At the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Summit in Abuja on Thursday, May 22, 2025, National Security Adviser (NSA) Nuhu Ribadu announced that the ‘sit-at-home’ order enforced by the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) in Nigeria’s South-East is rapidly losing its grip. Speaking at the event, where the Federal Government presented its two-year scorecard under President Bola Tinubu’s administration, Ribadu highlighted significant improvements in the region’s security landscape. The summit was attended by prominent figures, including President Tinubu, Vice President Kashim Shettima, and Senate President Godswill Akpabio.
Ribadu emphasized that the weakening of IPOB and its armed wing, the Eastern Security Network (ESN), has been a key factor in restoring ility. He noted that many key figures within these groups have been either captured or neutralized, significantly diminishing their separatist campaign. “The ‘sit-at-home’ orders are becoming more and more ineffective,” Ribadu stated, adding that s on security personnel in the South-East have sharply declined. He further revealed that over 50 police stations and posts have been rebuilt, signaling a return to normalcy as social and economic activities gradually resume across the region.
The NSA’s remarks underscore the Tinubu administration’s broader efforts to address Nigeria’s multifaceted security challenges, with the South-East seeing tangible progress in curbing the disruptive impact of IPOB’s actions. Ribadu’s update reflects a strategic focus on enhanced security operations and community restoration, fostering hope for sustained peace in the region.
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I disagree with NSA Ribadu. Sit-at-home in the South-East is a powerful protest tool, security or not.
I think the sit-at-home in the South-East is more about economic reasons than security. What do you guys think?
I disagree with NSA Ribadu – Sit-at-Home is still relevant. Security improvements dont erase underlying issues. Lets discuss!
Is security the only factor influencing the fade of Sit-at-Home in Nigerias South-East? What about socio-political dynamics?
Im not convinced that the sit-at-home is fading due to improved security. More factors at play here. What do you all think?
Im not convinced that the Sit-at-Home is fading solely due to improved security. There are likely other factors at play.
Does improved security in Nigerias South-East truly mean the end of Sit-at-Home protests? Lets discuss! 🤔🤨👀