A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Osun State, Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has urged Nigerians to remain calm and continue supporting the federal government and security agencies in the fight against insecurity.
Oyintiloye, who made the appeal while speaking with journalists on Sunday in Osogbo, expressed optimism that the nation’s current security challenges will become history with the support of all stakeholders.
He noted that the federal government is intensifying efforts to tackle all forms of criminality and ensure the safety of lives and property across the country.
According to him, “the government is deeply concerned about the prevailing security situation and is taking decisive steps to end all forms of insecurity.”
Oyintiloye said the resolve by President Bola Tinubu during his Democracy Day address, declaring zero tolerance for terrorists and their collaborators, was a demonstration of the administration’s commitment to restoring peace.
The former lawmaker added that the ultimatum issued by the President to bandits, kidnappers, and sponsors of terrorism to surrender or face the full force of the law signals that their days are numbered.
“We share the pain of parents, families, and relatives of victims currently devastated by mass abductions, especially of schoolchildren, and the ongoing killings by terrorists. It is a tragic situation, and no one would wish such experiences on themselves or their loved ones. We truly feel their pain.
“However, we must remain hopeful and continue to support government efforts to rescue those in captivity and bring perpetrators to justice.
“Intelligence and security operatives are
