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President Bola Tinubu has assured Nigerians that his government remains committed to addressing the twin challenges of insecurity and economic hardship, and stated that the country will not give in to terrorism, banditry or any form of criminal coercion.
The President’s message was delivered on Sunday by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, at the National Inter-Denominational Church Service held at the National Christian Center in Abuja as part of activities commemorating the 2026 Democracy Day celebrations.
While addressing the congregation and government officials at the event, Akume said the government is fully aware of the hardships facing many Nigerians and is intensifying efforts to ease the burden through policies and programs aimed at improving the welfare of citizens.
According to him, the government recognizes the economic realities facing households across the country and remains committed to ensuring that the benefits of democracy are felt by the general Nigerian public.
“The government is sensitive to all this suffering, shares in this suffering and has heard your cries,” he said, adding that President Tinubu would intensify efforts to address the socio-economic challenges facing the country.
On the security front, Akume stressed that the Federal Government will continue to support security agencies in their efforts to combat criminality, rescue kidnapping victims and restore peace in troubled communities.
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He emphasized that the government remains firm despite the activities of terrorists, bandits and other violent groups operating in several areas of the country.
“The Nigerian government must not give in to terror, banditry or any form of criminal intimidation,” he said.
Reflecting on the significance of Democracy Day, the SGF described Nigeria’s 27 years of uninterrupted democratic rule since 1999 as a great national achievement that was achieved through the sacrifices of patriotic citizens and pro-democracy advocates.
He paid tribute to those who participated in the struggle for democratic government, especially activists who suffered persecution, imprisonment, injury and death in the struggle to restore civilian rule after years of military rule.
With political activity expected to increase ahead of the 2027 general elections, Akume urged Nigerians to engage peacefully and reject actions that could undermine national unity.
He specifically warned young people against allowing themselves to be manipulated by politicians into violence, misinformation campaigns or other activities that could threaten the stability of democracy.
“Don’t rent out your conscience for money, drugs, political favors or online applause. Your future is worth more than any politician’s temporary comfort,” he warned.
The SGF also called on religious leaders, traditional institutions, civil society groups, media organizations, and families to play an active role in promoting peace, tolerance, and responsible citizenship as the country prepares for the next election cycle.
The Democracy Day church service attracted several dignitaries and government officials, including Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives Rt. Dear. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, Minister of Foreign Affairs Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, and Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Mrs Didi Walson-Jack.
The event is part of national activities commemorating Democracy Day, a celebration dedicated to Nigeria’s democratic journey and the sacrifices made by citizens in realizing democratic governance.
