The Presidency has defended the security record of President Bola Tinubu, insisting that the administration has made significant progress in tackling insecurity across the country.
The Special Adviser to the President on Media and Public Communication, Daniel Bwala, made the remarks on Tuesday during an interview on Arise Television.
Bwala pointed to recent military operations carried out by Nigerian security forces in collaboration with United States personnel, which reportedly led to the elimination of senior Boko Haram commanders and other criminal elements.
According to him, it would be unfair to dismiss the efforts and sacrifices being made by security personnel who continue to confront armed groups in difficult and dangerous environments.
He acknowledged that security challenges such as kidnappings, killings, and attacks still exist, but stressed that the government has a responsibility to also highlight the gains being recorded in the fight against crime and terrorism.
Bwala argued that the security situation in several parts of the country has improved compared to previous years.
He recalled a period when travelling along the Abuja–Kaduna route was considered highly risky, with many commuters relying on security escorts because of frequent attacks.
The presidential aide said the situation has changed considerably, adding that people now travel longer distances across northern Nigeria with greater confidence than before.
He maintained that while more work remains to be done, the Tinubu administration has achieved measurable progress in restoring security and weakening criminal networks operating in different parts of the country.