Prominent cleric and former presidential aspirant Pastor Tunde Bakare has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to demonstrate strong, courageous leadership in confronting Nigeria’s worsening insecurity and in healing divisions across the country. Bakare delivered the message during a public address in Lagos, where he emphasized that the nation urgently needs unity, justice, and decisive action to restore stability.
Bakare noted that insecurity—from kidnappings to banditry, insurgency, and communal violence—continues to threaten national cohesion and economic progress. He urged the President to adopt clearer strategies, stronger coordination among security agencies, and genuine engagement with communities most affected by violence.
He also appealed to Tinubu to prioritize national reconciliation, arguing that political, ethnic, and religious tensions have deepened in recent years. According to Bakare, rebuilding trust requires inclusive governance, transparency, and policies that give every Nigerian a sense of belonging.
Analysts say Bakare’s comments reflect growing pressure on the administration to deliver on security reforms and national unity promises. The Presidency has yet to issue an official response, but officials maintain that new security frameworks are being implemented nationwide.
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Tunde Bakare’s public address in Lagos
Political commentary from analysts
Security and governance reports
Media coverage of national response
