Title: Tinubu Vows to Defeat Terrorists, Rebuild Economy Date Published: 10 March 2026 Description: President Bola Tinubu has assured Nigerians that his administration will defeat terrorism and continue efforts to stabilise and strengthen the country’s economy.The president gave the assurance on Monday night while hosting religious and traditional leaders to an interfaith breaking of fast at the Presidential Villa in Abuja.Tinubu acknowledged the growing security challenges facing the country but insisted that Nigeria would not allow terrorists or agents of instability to undermine its unity and sovereignty.According to him, recent attacks by insurgents reflect desperation as security forces intensify operations against them.“Yes, we are challenged. The terrorists are desperate now because they are being barraged and defeated. They leave trails of blood in their wake, but Nigeria will never surrender,” the president said.“We are not discouraged. We are going to win and win well.”The president also used the occasion to reaffirm his commitment to economic recovery, saying the government had taken tough decisions to stabilise public finances and prevent a fiscal crisis.He noted that when his administration assumed office, the country faced daunting economic challenges but said recent reforms were beginning to yield results.“I can report that the economy has turned the corner. It is getting better and pensioners are gradually getting relief,” he said.Tinubu added that the reforms undertaken by his administration had helped prevent the country from sliding into bankruptcy and had strengthened the financial capacity of states.According to him, the situation has improved to the point where state governments are no longer compelled to borrow from commercial banks to meet salary obligations.The president also reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to increased investment in key sectors such as agriculture and education to drive growth and national development.He urged Nigerians to remain hopeful, assuring them that the government remains focused on building a safer and more prosperous nation.Earlier, the Yahaya Abubakar, the Etsu Nupe, commended the president for bringing together leaders of the two major religions for the interfaith event.He said the gathering symbolised unity and prayed for peace, stability and divine guidance for Nigeria’s leadership.Abubakar represented the President of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs and Sultan of Sokoto, Sa’ad Abubakar.Also speaking, the President of the Christian Association of Nigeria, Daniel Okoh, assured the president of the church’s support in efforts aimed at improving the country’s security and economic situation.Okoh spoke on behalf of the President of the Evangelical Church Winning All, Stephen Baba-Panya.Traditional rulers and religious leaders from across the six geopolitical zones attended the interfaith breaking of fast, which highlighted calls for unity and cooperation in addressing Nigeria’s challenges. Attached Images: ade9f95cc217bd2c06693babc37826a797f52b9ce6e052fd6b045425574ba799.jpg Attached Video: None