By Kingston Magare 7.11.2025
President Bola Tinubu has acknowledged that Nigeria is bearing the heavy burden of combating terrorism and has called for the support of allies.
Tinubu said in a statement posted on his verified X social media account on Friday, that despite the threat to its stability, Nigeria remain “calm, with a strong sense of purpose”.
“We are indeed faced with terrorism — a challenge Nigeria has faced for almost two decades, and we will not back down. We will decisively defeat terrorism and claim victory in this battle.
“Security is non-negotiable, and we will never compromise on this principle. With unwavering courage and a steadfast commitment to the rule of law, we will prevail,” he said.
US President Donald Trump last week turned the screw on the Nigerian government over what he described as genocide against Christians in parts of the country. He branded Nigeria “Country of Particular Concern.”
Tinubu stated that his administration is determined to tackle the crisis and he called on allies for support and collaboration.
“Nigeria is one united family. We rise together, move forward together, and reject despair in favour of determination. Our future is far more robust and stronger than any fears we may have.
“We will spare no effort and leave no stone unturned in our mission to eliminate criminals from our society. We urge our allies to stand firmly with us as we amplify our fight against terrorism. We have made significant progress in the past two years and we will decisively eliminate this threat.
“Nigeria will be and remain a reliable partner and dependable ally to its friends and a steady voice for stability. We also welcome the collaboration and support of our allies, friends, and partners as we strengthen both security and economic growth.”