Southern governors and members of the Southern Nigeria Traditional Rulers Council met in Ogun State on Wednesday, adopting a unified regional security strategy and reiterating their support for President Bola Tinubu.
In a communique issued after the closed-door session, the leaders praised the President’s ongoing efforts to stabilize the economy, strengthen governance, and push key infrastructure projects across the country. They also reaffirmed their long-standing demand for a Southern presidency, describing it as essential for fairness and national balance.
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Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu shared highlights of the meeting through his X account, noting that the forum passed a vote of confidence in President Tinubu and agreed on several coordinated steps to improve safety across the region.
Among the resolutions were the creation of a zonal security fund, enhanced intelligence sharing among the states, and the strengthening of community security outfits. The leaders also agreed that traditional rulers should play a more structured role in local security and early-warning systems.
They pledged to confront emerging threats such as illegal mining, land-related disputes, and other activities that fuel instability in southern communities. According to them, strong collaboration among states and closer engagement with traditional institutions will be critical in responding effectively.
The forum extended condolences to families of civilians and security personnel killed in recent attacks and emphasized that protecting lives and property remains their top priority.
Reaffirming their unity, the governors and traditional rulers assured residents that the South remains committed to peace, cooperation, and sustainable development, describing the Ogun gathering as a renewed demonstration of regional solidarity.
