President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has described himself as a “very stubborn politician,” declaring that insecurity will not force him out of office as he prepares to seek a second term.
Tinubu made the remarks at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, while receiving Plateau State stakeholders led by Governor Caleb Muftwang.
“You are playing to the hand of agents, including my own enemies, who 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,” the president said.
He assured that the Federal Government would take decisive action against perpetrators of violence once credible intelligence is provided. “If you identify and you know the name of troublemakers… let us know. We will use the instrument of office to deal with them,” he added.
Tinubu also endorsed the formation of a peace committee comprising former governors of Plateau State, directing them to review past reports and recommend lasting solutions. “Take that white paper, go through it among yourselves and agree to implement it… If it’s not working, it’s not working. Consider this group as the committee until we find a lasting solution,” he said.
The meeting followed renewed security concerns in Plateau, including the Angwa Rukuba killings, as part of ongoing efforts to restore peace in the state.
Earlier, former Plateau State governor Simon Lalong had called for a closed-door meeting involving past and present leaders, including former governors and traditional rulers, to collectively address the crisis.
“The solution to the problem of Plateau lies with the people… If you bring all of us together… you may find a lasting solution,” Lalong said, urging stakeholders to engage frankly and commit to ending the violence.
He stressed the need for unity and collective responsibility, warning against the continued loss of lives in the state.
Tinubu reiterated that his administration remains committed to breaking the cycle of violence and restoring stability, while maintaining his determination to remain in office despite ongoing security challenges.
