Amanze ChinonyePresident Tinubu on Wednesday described Nigeria’s worsening security situation as a “national emergency,” announcing an intensified military deployment to violence-prone areas across the country.
In a statement issued on November 26, 2025, the President said the government was escalating its response to widespread attacks, kidnappings and insurgent activities, urging citizens to actively support national security efforts.
“My fellow Nigerians, this is a national emergency, and we are responding by deploying more boots on the ground, especially in security-challenged areas,” Tinubu said. “The times require all hands on deck. As Nigerians, we should all get involved in securing our nation.”
Join our WhatsApp ChannelThe President’s remarks come amid rising public concern over escalating violence in several northern and central states, where banditry, terrorism and communal attacks have intensified in recent weeks.
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