National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, has cautioned critics of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration against underestimating his leadership, stating that Nigeria is now more stable and attractive to investors.
Speaking at the 2025 National Cybersecurity Conference in Abuja on Wednesday, Ribadu dismissed the criticism coming from opposition voices, labeling them as “expired political actors with outdated ideas.”
He said, “Things are changing. We are stabilising the country. Forget what some people are saying Nigeria is safer and better every single day.”
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Ribadu emphasised significant improvements in security across volatile regions, such as the Niger Delta and the South-East, attributing the success to proactive strategies and collaboration with security and technology agencies.
“Niger Delta is safer than ever before. The South-East is returning to normalcy. Those fueling unrest from abroad will be tracked and prosecuted. We will not allow external forces to destabilize our progress,” he declared.
He also hailed President Tinubu as a visionary, asserting, “Mr. President is a digital President. He is educated and deeply informed. People who underestimate him are doing so at their own peril.”
Taking a swipe at Tinubu’s critics, Ribadu added, “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 They are outdated.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.”
He encouraged investors and tech innovators to tap into Nigeria’s growing economy, describing the nation as Africa’s emerging digital hub.
“Nigeria is safe and open for business. Investors should know that Nigeria is the future of Africa,” Ribadu concluded.
His remarks come as the Tinubu administration faces ongoing scrutiny from political opponents, even as it pushes forward with reforms aimed at reviving the nation’s economy and tackling insecurity.
