Tinubu Sends Direct Message to Nigeria's Security Adviser Raibadu Amid Battle With El-Rufai
- President Bola Ahmed Tinubu praised National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu for leading successful operations against banditry and terrorism
- The National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, was described by the President as honest, courageous, and fully committed to national security duties
- The Presidency reaffirmed confidence in Nigeria’s security leadership amid public disagreements involving former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai
Adamawa state - President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has publicly commended Nigeria’s National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, lauding his leadership and commitment in the country’s fight against banditry and terrorism.
The message, delivered amid an ongoing public disagreement involving former Kaduna state governor Nasir El-Rufai, underscored the President’s confidence in the nation’s security architecture and its chief coordinator.
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Tinubu credits victories over bandits and terrorists
In his remarks, President Tinubu credited recent security successes to the efforts of the National Security Adviser, describing Ribadu’s service in glowing terms.
“With you we have defeated bandits and terrorists. You're a gold National Security Adviser. Honest, bold, courageous, and committed to the job. I believe the state of Adamawa is strongly proud of you because I am too.”
Presidency signals confidence in security leadership
The President’s endorsement comes at a time of heightened public attention following criticisms and exchanges linked to El-Rufai, adding political weight to the statement and signalling firm backing for the NSA.
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Observers say the message reflects the Presidency’s intent to reassure Nigerians of continuity and resolve in national security management.
By openly reaffirming support for Ribadu, the President appears to be reinforcing trust in the current security strategy, while emphasising accountability and results in tackling insecurity across the country.
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El-Rufai Accuses Ribadu's office of importing poison
In another report, Nasir El-Rufai on Sunday, February 15, 2026, disclosed that he had written to Nuhu Ribadu, the National Security Adviser (NSA), seeking clarification over reports that the latter’s office allegedly imported thallium sulphate. The former governor of Kaduna state made the allegation in a social media post seen by Legit.ng, describing the substance as “very dangerous.”
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A copy of El-Rufai’s letter, also sighted by Legit.ng, showed that it was delivered to Ribadu’s office on Wednesday, February 11, 2026.
El-Rufai wrote on his verified social media page:
"As part of my duty as a citizen, I wrote to the NSA to seek clarification on reports about the importation by his office of thallium sulphate, a very dangerous toxin. It’s a matter of concern if anyone brings in any poison, more so an odourless, colourless one."
Atiku sends message to El-Rufai
Previously, Legit.ng reported that Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has sent a message to ex-Kaduna State governor, Malam Nasir El-Rufai, on the occasion of his birthday. Atiku’s message came the same day El-Rufai visited the headquarters of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC),
The development has continued to draw attention amid the former governor’s ongoing political and legal troubles. In a post shared on his verified X (formerly Twitter) handle, Atiku described El-Rufai as a man of “intellect, courage, and uncommon sagacity,” while also referencing what he called political persecution.
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