Abuja: The Coalition of Civil Society Organisation for Good Governance in Nigeria has urged Nigerians to support the Federal Government’s efforts to tackle insecurity and avoid politicising security challenges. The Coalition’s Director of Programmes, Johnson Michael, made the call at a news conference in Abuja on Thursday.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, Michael also called on security agencies to investigate and prosecute activist Omoyele Sowore over alleged actions he claimed undermined national security. He commended President Bola Tinubu and the Chief of Army Staff for expanding the Nigerian military and improving the welfare of personnel, describing the measures as critical to strengthening national security.
Michael highlighted that the country’s armed forces and other security agencies have remained steadfast in safeguarding Nigeria’s democracy and territorial integrity. He noted that the Tinubu administration was making progress in addressing insecurity and urged Nigerians to unite in support of ongoing security operations.
He also expressed confidence that the new national minimum wage would be implemented next year, urging citizens not to distract the government from its programmes. The programmes director called on security agencies to ensure that Sowore answers allegations against him through due legal process.
Michael argued that no individual was above the law, adding that anyone accused of wrongdoing should be subjected to due legal process before a competent court. He also emphasized that court premises should not be used for activities capable of disrupting judicial proceedings.
In conclusion, he urged Nigerians to remain united in the fight against insecurity and terrorism in the interest of a peaceful and prosperous nation.