The Digest:
President Bola Tinubu has described himself as a "very stubborn politician" whom his enemies have tried to get rid of through insecurity. Speaking at the Presidential Villa while receiving Plateau State stakeholders, Tinubu said, "They want to use insecurity to get rid of me. But I'm a very stubborn politician. I just refuse to go. And I will campaign for my second term." He vowed to deal with those instigating violence once identified.
Key Points:
- Tinubu called on stakeholders to identify troublemakers and agents provocateurs.
- He said security agencies will not hesitate to act on credible intelligence.
- He endorsed a peace committee to review white papers on Plateau conflicts.
- Former Governor Lalong suggested a closed-door meeting of past and present leaders.
- The meeting followed the Angwa Rukuba killings earlier this month.
Tinubu insists the cycle of violence in Plateau State must be broken.
Sources: Daily Trust, Punch
