National Security Adviser (NSA) Mallam Nuhu Ribadu has warned critics of President Bola Tinubu’s administration against underestimating the President’s leadership and commitment to transforming Nigeria, insisting that such critics belong to a past era with outdated ideas and failed records.
Speaking at the National Cybersecurity Conference 2025 held in Abuja, Ribadu stated that Nigeria is now safer, more stable, and increasingly attractive for investment, owing to the reforms and strategic policies introduced under Tinubu.
Ribadu berated ongoing criticisms from certain quarters as the rantings of “expired” political figures who feel entitled to perpetual relevance, warning that Nigerians are now more discerning and would not be swayed by propaganda.
“Things are changing. We are stabilising the country. Forget what some people are saying — Nigeria is safer and better every single day,” Ribadu stated.
The NSA highlighted major improvements in the security situation across previously volatile regions, including the Niger Delta and the South-East, noting that a combination of proactive measures and collaborative efforts with security agencies and technology partners was yielding tangible results.
“Niger Delta is safer than ever before. The South-East is returning to normalcy. Those fuelling unrest from abroad will be tracked and prosecuted. We will not allow external forces to destabilise our progress,” he said.
The NSA praised President Tinubu’s ability and leadership, calling him a “digital, enlightened, and visionary leader” whose administration is setting a clear course for economic recovery and national rebirth.
“We have quality leadership today in our country. Mr President is a digital president. He is educated and deeply informed. People who underestimate him are doing so at their own peril,” Ribadu cautioned.
He slammed opposition figures and media commentators, claiming they are obsessed with the past and have contributed little to nation-building.
“These are people who looted and plundered this country. Now they are shouting on television. They are outdated. Nigeria has moved on and Nigerians are wiser,” Ribadu added.
