Ndume Urges Tinubu to Engage More with Nigerians on Security

Senator Ali Ndume, representing Borno South, praised President Bola Tinubu for his administration's commitment to tackling insecurity in Nigeria. Speaking at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, Ndume noted the importance of the President engaging more with Nigerians to discuss security and economic challenges.

He highlighted that insecurity has become a nationwide concern, extending beyond the northeastern region to other parts of the country. Ndume expressed optimism regarding military operations against banditry, citing recent surrenders of bandit leaders as a positive sign.

He urged the federal government to pay greater attention to the welfare of Nigerians, particularly in light of rising costs of petrol, food, and transportation. Additionally, he advised President Tinubu to communicate more frequently with citizens rather than relying solely on government officials.

Ndume welcomed the initiative by 19 northern governors to establish a regional security trust fund, emphasizing that security should not be the sole responsibility of the federal government.