The Minister of Defence, Badaru Abubakar, reaffirmed President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to restoring peace and stability in the country.
This came as Abubakar also said that the federal government was committed to ending insecurity in the South-east.
He called for robust support for security operatives in their ongoing efforts to combat insecurity, emphasising that peace is vital for national development.
He urged Nigerians to continue to support the federal government with prayers while maintaining confidence in the security forces, whose unwavering dedication is crucial to sustaining these achievements.
A statement from the minister’s Personal Assistant on Media and Publicity, Mati Ali, indicated that the minister made the call at the opening ceremony of the 45th International Trade Fair, organised by the Kano Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture, yesterday.
He stressed that improving the security situation in the country will lead to enhanced economic growth and development.
“Let me use this occasion to re-emphasise that improved security will pave the way for enhanced economic development in the country,” the minister was quoted as saying.
The participation of the minister, who was a former National President and is now a Lifetime National Vice President of the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture, underscores his strong ties to the business community and his commitment to promoting economic development in Nigeria.
According to the statement, the minister’s longstanding relationship with KACCIMA further highlights Badaru’s dedication to advancing trade and industry in the region.
In another development, Abubakar said the federal government was committed to ending insecurity in the South-east.
According to a statement issued yesterday by the Defence Ministry’s spokesperson, Henshaw Ogbuike, the minister stated this while addressing military officers during an operational visit to Enugu State.
“There is a renewed determination to intensify our efforts against all forms of insecurity under President Tinubu’s leadership,” he said.
The minister noted that a secure environment was crucial for business growth and peace.
He urged the military personnel to intensify efforts to combat the region’s insecurity.
The minister added that Tinubu was committed to eradicating all forms of insecurity nationwide.
He said in the last year, significant progress had been made to that effect.
Abubakar, who visited Imo State in continuation of his operational tour of the region, commended Governor Hope Uzodimma for his support of military operations.
“We are determined to end insecurity in Nigeria,” he said.
He said the defence ministry remained committed to fostering a secure and peaceful environment conducive to businesses and community development in the South-east.
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