President Bola Tinubu on Monday said terrorists and bandits terrorising Nigerians would be defeated with the efforts of the National Security Adviser, NSA, Nuhu Ribadu.

Tinubu made the remark while commending Ribadu, whom he describing as “honest, bold, courageous, and committed to the job.”

The commendation came during the President’s visit to Adamawa State, where he expressed confidence in Ribadu’s leadership and dedication to strengthening national security.

“I believe the state of Adamawa is strongly proud of you because I am too,” the President said, reaffirming his administration’s support for the NSA.

President Tinubu also reiterated the Federal Government’s determination to tackle insecurity across the country, stating that under Ribadu’s guidance, Nigeria would overcome banditry and terrorism.

“With you, we will defeat the bandits and terrorists,” he added.