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Christian Youth Groups Call on President Tinubu to Confront Escalating Insecurity with Urgent Action

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6 months ago

November 12, 2025

Cyril Ogar

Two major Christian youth organizations — the National Christian Youth Initiative (NCYI) and the National TEKAN Youth Fellowship — have jointly urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, to take urgent and decisive action against Nigeria’s worsening insecurity, including the replacement of the National Security Adviser (NSA) over what they described as “ineffective coordination and failure to meet national expectations.”

The groups made their position known in an open letter titled “A Call to His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, on Immediate Action and Response to the Security Situation in Nigeria and the Need for the Replacement of the National Security Adviser.”

The statement was jointly signed by Eld. Hon. Bako Adashu Elijah, National Coordinator of NCYI, and Bro. Sunday Aimu, National President of the TEKAN Youth Fellowship.

Expressing deep concern over the rise in terrorism, banditry, and communal violence across several states, the youth groups commended President Tinubu for his strides in economic reform and institutional strengthening, but warned that the continued deterioration of security was eroding public trust and national unity.

Citing Section 14(2)(b) of the 1999 Constitution, which identifies the “security and welfare of the people” as the government’s primary responsibility, the groups urged the President to “rebuild public confidence through strategic and courageous reforms.”

“The bitter truth is that the current wave of insecurity reveals deep systemic weaknesses in our national security framework.

“While many officers serve with patriotism, others have been compromised, undermining national cohesion and public trust.”

The youth leaders also condemned what they described as alleged complicity of certain government and religious figures with terrorist networks, calling on the Federal Government to publish and prosecute sponsors of insecurity nationwide.

They further raised alarm over the rise in hate preaching and religious incitement, urging tighter regulation of inflammatory sermons capable of destabilizing the country.

“Religion should unite, not divide our people,” they emphasized. “Clerics and traditional figures who exploit faith platforms to incite violence must be held accountable.”

Among their key recommendations were: Immediate replacement of the National Security Adviser (NSA) with a competent, nonpartisan, and nationally trusted professional. More inclusive governance, ensuring fair representation across all religious and regional lines as well as Balanced future political arrangements, respecting Nigeria’s secular and diverse character to prevent national division.

The organizations also clarified reports regarding the Christian Youth Leaders Summit held on November 10, 2025, emphasizing that the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu’s address was “compassionate and motherly,” but lamented what they described as media misrepresentation of their resolutions.

Concluding their appeal, the youth groups urged the President to demonstrate decisive leadership at a time when Nigerians are “yearning for safety, justice, and renewed trust in governance.”

“Mr. President, the time for decisive leadership is now,” the statement declared. “Speaking the truth is our patriotic duty to strengthen Nigeria.”

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FG Commits To National Development With Major Contract Agreements — Umahi

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17 hours ago

May 14, 2026

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

The Federal Government, through the Federal Ministry of Works, has again signed landmark contract agreements with four (4) construction firms to execute critical road projects across the country, in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR. The contract signing ceremony, held on Thursday at the Ministry’s Headquarters in Mabushi, Abuja, marks another major step in the Federal Government’s commitment to delivering durable, sustainable road infrastructure that enhances connectivity, stimulates economic growth, and improves the quality of life of Nigerians.

The four contractors and their respective projects are as follows:

1. Messrs J. Patel and Sons Nigeria Limited – Reconstruction of Mando (Kaduna) – Birnin Gwari Road in Kaduna State,

2. Messrs JRB Construction Company Limited – Dualisation of Ibadan–Ijebu Ode Road in Oyo and Ogun States,

3. Messrs Truecrete Solutions Limited – Construction of Osogbo–Ikirun–Akoda Road in Osun State and

4. Messrs Peculiar Ultimate Concerns Limited – Construction of Osogbo–Iwo–Ibadan Road in Osun and Oyo States.

Speaking during the event, the Honourable Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, CON, FNSE, FNATE, described the projects as strategic national infrastructure designed to boost economic activities, improve transportation efficiency, and strengthen national integration. He noted that the reconstruction of the Mando (Kaduna) –Birnin Gwari Road in Kaduna State holds special significance, as it was one of the key infrastructure development commitments made by His Excellency, President Tinubu during the 2022/2023 electioneering campaigns. According to the Minister, the present administration remains resolute in its determination to deliver world-class infrastructure that will stand the test of time. “Our vision is to build roads that will last for generations. Under the Renewed Hope administration, we are determined to deliver infrastructure that can serve Nigerians for up to 100 years through the adoption of rigid pavement (concrete) technology,” Umahi stated.

The Minister commended the selected contractors for their competence, track records, and proven capacity, emphasising the Federal Government’s confidence in indigenous contractors. He particularly praised Messrs JRB Construction Company Limited, Truecrete Solutions Limited, and other indigenous firms for their commendable performances on previous projects across the country.

Umahi charged all contractors to mobilise to their respective project sites immediately and commence work without delay, stressing that the Ministry expects measurable progress within the stipulated timelines.

Earlier in his remarks, the Permanent Secretary, Mr. Rafiu Olarinre Adeladan, who formally signed the contract agreements, described the occasion as the successful completion of the procurement process and the official commencement of project implementation.

He commended the leadership of the Ministry for its commitment to ensuring that projects reached the execution stage and reaffirmed the Ministry’s dedication to effective monitoring, quality assurance, and timely delivery.

Also speaking, the Director of Highways, Construction and Rehabilitation, Mr. Clement Ogbuagu, presented details of the awarded contracts as follows:

1. Reconstruction of Mando–Birnin Gwari Road, Kaduna State

Contractor: Messrs J. Patel and Sons Nigeria Limited

Contract Sum: ₦178,116,787,162.00

Length: 122 Kilometres

2. Dualisation of Ibadan–Ijebu Ode Road, Oyo and Ogun States

Contractor: JRB Construction Company Limited,

Contract Sum: ₦295,996,609,992.77

Length: 114.5 Kilometres (Single Carriageway Equivalent)

3. Construction of Osogbo–Ikirun–Akoda Road, Osun State

Contractor: Truecrete Solutions Limited

Contract Sum: ₦101,806,585,825.90

Length: 70 Kilometres (Single Carriageway Equivalent) and

4. Construction of Osogbo–Iwo–Ibadan Road, Osun State

Contractor: Peculiar Ultimate Concerns Limited

Contract Sum: ₦114,854,477,607.93

Length: 73 Kilometres

All the projects will be executed using Continuously Reinforced Concrete Pavement (CRCP) technology, in line with the Federal Government’s commitment to building durable, cost-effective, and sustainable road infrastructure nationwide.

The ceremony represents another significant milestone in the Federal Government’s drive to modernise Nigeria’s road network and accelerate national economic development.

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