Ndume Calls for Sustained Military Action and Broader Consultations to Address Nigeria’s Crises
Senator Gabriel Suswam Ndume urges President Bola Tinubu to maintain military pressure on terrorist groups while expanding consultations to address Nigeria’s intertwined security and economic challenges.
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Nigerian Senator Gabriel Suswam Ndume has called on President Bola Tinubu to sustain the ongoing military offensive against terrorist groups while also broadening his consultative approach to governance. Ndume emphasized that while determined military action remains critical, it must be complemented by inclusive political engagement to effectively address the country’s deepening crises.
According to Premium Times, Ndume affirmed that terrorists ‘could not withstand determined military action,’ underscoring sustained commitment as the linchpin for success in counterinsurgency operations. He stressed the importance of continuity in security sector efforts, particularly in regions affected by persistent violent extremism and banditry.
However, in a related statement reported by Business Day, Ndume cautioned that President Tinubu cannot resolve Nigeria’s multifaceted challenges alone. ‘The President cannot tackle Nigeria’s deepening security and economic challenges alone,’ he said, calling for expanded consultations with stakeholders across political, traditional, and security institutions. He argued that direct and sustained engagement with regional leaders, security experts, and civil society would strengthen policy legitimacy and operational effectiveness.
Ndume’s dual emphasis reflects growing concerns in the Nigerian Senate over the interconnected nature of security instability and economic distress, including inflation, unemployment, and infrastructure deficits. His call for a more consultative presidency aligns with broader legislative expectations for inclusive governance amid rising public scrutiny of federal responses to national crises.
As of mid-2026, the federal government continues to face pressure to demonstrate measurable progress in both restoring security and revitalizing economic confidence. Ndume’s statements, drawn from public remarks covered by both Premium Times and Business Day, signal a push for a more coordinated and institutionally supported approach to national stability.