National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, has highlighted the progress made by President Bola Tinubu’s administration in addressing the country’s security challenges.
Speaking at the 50th anniversary celebration of the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) 18 Regular Course, Ribadu said the government has made bold strides in restoring security and rebuilding national confidence.
*“13,500 Terrorists Neutralized”*
Ribadu revealed that the government’s counterinsurgency campaign has led to the neutralization of over 13,500 terrorists and criminals, and the surrender of more than 124,000 Boko Haram/ISWAP fighters and their families.
“Areas once held by insurgents in the Sambisa Forest, Lake Chad Basin, and Timbuktu Triangle are now under government control,” he said.
The NSA also highlighted progress in the North West, where over 11,250 hostages have been rescued in Zamfara and Kaduna States alone. Notorious warlords such as Ali Kachalla, Halilu Sububu, and Dogo Bwari have been neutralized, and more than 50 criminal leaders and dozens of deputies have been taken out of circulation.
Ribadu also noted that oil production has increased from a historic low of one million barrels per day to an average of 1.8 million, a major economic boost.
“All major pipelines are now operational and protected, while over 1,900 illegal refineries have been dismantled,” he said.
The NSA added that the government is also addressing modern threats, including cyber defence and financial intelligence.
“Illegal financial flows supporting terrorism and separatism—particularly through crypto platforms—have been disrupted,” he said.
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