President Bola Ahmed Tinubu convened an extended high-level security meeting with the nation's top security officials on Sunday, November 23, 2025, at the State House in Abuja.
High-Level Security Briefing
The crucial meeting brought together the heads of Nigeria's defence and intelligence apparatus, including the Chief of Defence Staff, Chief of Army Staff, Chief of Air Staff, Inspector-General of Police, and Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS). President Tinubu described the gathering as an extended security session aimed at receiving continuous briefings on the security situation across the country.
The meeting comes at a critical time when Nigeria faces escalating security challenges, including multiple attacks and kidnapping incidents in various regions. The presidential session represents the administration's ongoing efforts to address the worsening security crisis that has affected numerous communities.
Presidential Assurance and Directives
Following the closed-door meeting, President Tinubu took to his official X handle @officialABAT to reassure Nigerians of his administration's commitment to tackling the security threats. "We are reviewing the latest reports and taking decisive actions to stabilise the affected areas and protect our citizens," the President stated.
Tinubu emphasized that he is receiving continuous security briefings and has directed security services to "move with speed, precision, and absolute resolve." The President made it clear that "those who threaten the peace and security of our nation will face the full weight of the law" and expressed confidence that "Nigeria will prevail" against the current security challenges.
Public Reaction and Skepticism
The announcement of the security meeting generated mixed reactions from Nigerians on social media platforms. While some citizens expressed support for the President's proactive approach, others questioned the effectiveness of such meetings without visible results on the ground.
One social media user @YuCeeGodwin questioned recent security operations: "If that's the case, why were no arrests made in the recent rescue operations? How did you rescue 89 people without arresting or killing any terrorists?"
Another citizen @khykheloormuur expressed skepticism about the meeting's outcomes: "Sir, are there measures in place to protect the areas the bandits are yet to migrate to? I'm not buying any of these photo and video ops."
However, some Nigerians like @prinxe_B commended the President's approach: "Well done, Mr. President! This is exactly what we want - proactiveness and decisive action. Transparent communication alongside prompt action is what builds trust."
Recent Security Measures
The extended security meeting follows several significant security decisions by the Tinubu administration. Recently, the President ordered the immediate withdrawal of police officers guarding all VIPs to strengthen community security across the nation.
Under the new security arrangement, VIP protection duties will shift to the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), while redeployed police personnel will be assigned to bolster security in vulnerable communities. The President has also approved the recruitment of 30,000 new police officers to enhance the nation's security capacity.
President Tinubu had previously pledged to end terrorism and banditry in northern Nigeria, vowing that no region would be allowed to bleed while the federal government watched. The administration has highlighted plans to reverse the prolonged economic decline in the north and restore the region's stability as a central pillar of Nigeria's progress.
The Special Assistant to the President on Social Media, Olusegun Dada, confirmed the security meeting through his X handle @DOlusegun, providing official communication about the high-level security engagement.
