Northern Govs Back Tinubu, Seek Stronger Security, Revenue Reforms
Some Northern governor at a meeting of Northern Nigerian leaders in Kaduna on Monday, December 1, 2025. Governors of the 19 northern states, under the aegis of the Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF), on Monday reaffirmed their support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in tackling insecurity and driving development across the region. Advertisement googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display("div-gpt-ad-1672569656851-0"); }); The meeting, held at the Gombe State Governor’s Lodge in Asokoro, Abuja, was chaired by Gombe State Governor Inuwa Yahaya, who signed the communiqué issued at the end of deliberations. READ ALSO: Plateau Govt Imposes 48-Hour Curfew In Jos North After Deadly Attack The governors pledged continued collaboration with the Federal Government and security agencies to address evolving threats, stressing the need for collective national support in restoring peace. “The Forum acknowledges and commends the unified efforts of member states in addressing the numerous security and developmental challenges facing the region, noting that these efforts are already producing positive outcomes. Advertisement googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display("div-gpt-ad-1672569913499-0"); }); “Furthermore, the Forum reaffirms its resolute commitment to maintaining and enhancing these collaborative actions in order to build upon the progress achieved,” the statement read, while also urging Nigerians to back the armed forces and other security agencies. The governors also emphasised institutional reforms within their structure, including plans to enhance coordination and policy implementation capacity. They announced support for the digitisation of its secretariat to improve efficiency and continuity. On economic matters, the northern governors agreed to engage consultants to explore ways of improving internally generated revenue across the region, particularly by identifying and harnessing untapped taxable sources. Advertisement googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display("div-gpt-ad-1672587799169-0"); }); In addition, the forum resolved to sustain engagement with the Presidential Implementation Committee on Technology Transfer to facilitate the establishment of the New Nigeria Energy Company (NNEC) under the Sun Africa Project. The meeting was adjourned to a later date. Deadlly Attacks Advertisement googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display("div-gpt-ad-1672587060870-0"); }); Insecurity remains a major concern across northern Nigeria, with banditry, kidnapping, and insurgency continuing to challenge both state and federal authorities. The latest violence was recorded on Sunday in the Kagarko Local Government Area of Kaduna State, where a deadly attack by armed bandits disrupted a wedding celebration in Kahir village, leaving at least 13 people dead and several others abducted, while scores of others were injured. In Plateau State, a deadly shooting incident in Anguwan Rukuba, in Jos North Local Government Area, on Sunday, reportedly left scores dead. Governors in the region have repeatedly called for stronger collaboration with security agencies and increased federal intervention. President Tinubu’s administration has said it prioritises security sector reforms and economic revitalisation, including initiatives aimed at boosting energy capacity and improving revenue generation at both federal and state levels. Join Our Whatsapp Channel To join: Simply click on the link below & turn on notifications to get the latest updates Subscribe to Our Newsletter In This Article: Bola Tinubu Governors Insecurity More Stories Tinubu Donates Entire Salaries Since Assuming Office To Armed Forces ‘We Can See Some Light At The End Of Tunnel,’ Tinubu Assures Nigerians On 74th Birthday Tinubu Denies One-Party Agenda, Says Opposition Vital For Democracy /* * * CONFIGURATION VARIABLES: EDIT BEFORE PASTING INTO YOUR WEBPAGE * * / var disqus_shortname = 'channelstelevision'; // Required - Replace example with your forum shortname / * * DON'T EDIT BELOW THIS LINE * * */ (function() { var dsq = document.createElement('script'); dsq.type = 'text/javascript'; dsq.async = true; dsq.src = '//' + disqus_shortname + '.disqus.com/embed.js'; (document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0] || document.getElementsByTagName('body')[0]).appendChild(dsq); })(); Please enable JavaScript to view the comments powered by Disqus.