Nuhu Ribadu, a retired Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG), resumed office Monday, as Nigeria’s National Security Adviser (NSA), following his recent appointment to the position by President Bola Tinubu. He takes over from Babagana Monguno, a retired Army Magor-General.
Ribadu, a pioneer Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), was previously appointed Special Adviser on Security to President Bola Tinubu on June 15, 2023.
In a statement issued in Abuja, Ribadu pledged to live up to the expectations of Nigerians and secure the country from all forms of insecurity such as terrorism, banditry, kidnapping, amongst others.
“As I assume office today, I reminisce on the burden we carry in the pursuit of public service.
“We will stabilise this country, we will secure our country and we will make Nigeria peaceful because we believe time has come for this country to enjoy peace, restore order and rule of law just like any other country in the world,” he said.
He further said:“Securing the nation is a continuous process. We will look at what has been done and build on it. We will count on your support in the course of discharging our responsibilities.
“Mr. President has a huge commitment to securing every inch of our country. We will work with all stakeholders to deliver on this vision.
“This enormous task of securing our country is that of all Nigerians, and all friends of Nigeria.”
Born on November 21, 1960, in Adamawa State, Ribadu was EFCC boss from 2003 to 2007.
Ribadu studied law at the Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Zaria, Kaduna State, from 1980 to 1983, receiving a Bachelor of Law Degree. Following a year at the Nigerian Law School, he was called to the bar in 1984. He also earned a Master of Laws Degree from the same university.
