‘We’ll restore peace and order’ — Tinubu inaugurates housing projects for banditry victims in Kaduna

President Bola Tinubu says his administration is committed to restoring peace and stability to areas affected by insecurity.

Tinubu spoke in Kaduna on Tuesday during the inauguration of the first phase of housing projects for victims of banditry.

The president, represented by Nuhu Ribadu, national security adviser (NSA), assured Nigerians that the country is in safe hands, noting that efforts are in place to eradicate insecurity.

“Nigeria is in safe hands, and we will restore law and order. That is an assurance we are giving. It will be done,” he said.

Tinubu said Kaduna is already witnessing progress, citing ongoing recovery efforts and improved security in parts of the state.

He added that his administration would continue to prioritise the needs of victims and communities affected by violence.

He also commended the Kaduna state government, the office of the NSA, and the military for adopting both kinetic and non-kinetic strategies to tackle insecurity.

“Fresh air is blowing through Kaduna state. Things are changing. We are wiping the tears of victims of extreme violence,” he said.

“We are reconciling communities. We are giving everyone a space to belong and a sense of inclusion.”

The president described the ‘Kaduna peace model’ as an intelligence- and community-driven approach, adding that sustainable peace must be cultivated, not imposed.

He cited the reopening of the Birnin Gwari Market and the return of displaced farmers to their ancestral lands as signs of renewed confidence in the state.

He thanked Qatar Charity for its support and reaffirmed the federal government’s commitment to delivering “tangible, impactful, and sustainable” results.

“This is a public declaration that Kaduna is having a new face—a face of reality and rebuilding,” the president said.

“We heard you. You are victims of extreme violence, but we are with you. Your government sees you and acknowledges your pains.

“This fight against terrorism is a challenge, but addressing it remains one of the top priorities of this current administration under our national security agenda.”

The housing project was implemented in partnership with Qatar Charity as part of the federal government’s efforts to rebuild communities impacted by violent attacks.