In a significant move to bolster national security, President Bola Tinubu convened a crucial meeting with the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, and the newly appointed service chiefs at the State House in Abuja. The high-level gathering commenced at 03:00 pm local time and marked President Tinubu’s first known face-to-face engagement with the nation’s top security helmsmen since their appointment on June 19.

During the meeting, President Tinubu and the esteemed security officials, including Chief of Defence Staff, Maj. Gen. C.G Musa; Chief of Army Staff, Maj. Gen. T. A Lagbaja; Chief of Naval Staff, Rear Admiral E. A Ogalla; Chief of Air Staff, AVM H.B. Abubakar; and the Acting Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, discussed critical strategies to address the prevailing security challenges in the country.

As concerns continue to mount over security issues, this closed-door deliberation underscores President Tinubu’s commitment to ensuring a safer and more stable Nigeria. With the convergence of key security stakeholders, the nation anticipates firm action and collaborative efforts to tackle security threats, protect citizens, and safeguard the integrity of the nation.