The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle, has claimed that the killing of over 8,000 terrorists and bandits, the arrest of more than 11,600 criminal elements, and the recovery of over 10,000 assorted weapons in 2024 are clear indicators that President Bola Tinubu was winning the fight against insecurity.
Speaking in Abuja today, Matawalle highlighted the establishment of the Multi-Agency Anti-Kidnap Fusion Cell (MAAKFC) as a major achievement in boosting strategic coordination and combating kidnapping across the country.
He emphasized that “the military’s success reflects President Tinubu’s broader security reforms, which are laying the foundation for a safer and more prosperous Nigeria.“
According to him, “These initiatives will pave the way for a brighter future for Nigeria and potentially secure Tinubu’s re-election in 2027,” the minister said.
Matawalle also praised the administration’s economic efforts, particularly the creation of the Ministry of Livestock Development, which, he said, was designed to harness the North’s agricultural potential, spur economic growth, and empower millions of citizens.
He cited a recent drop in grain prices as proof of the effectiveness of the government’s agricultural policies.
On infrastructure, the minister noted that key projects such as road construction and improved transportation networks—especially in the North—were essential to sustaining economic development.
Regarding local government autonomy, Matawalle expressed strong support for the new law, saying it “enhances grassroots accountability and governance.”
