As Nigeria navigates a pivotal week of national reflection, renowned cybersecurity expert and governance advocate, Prof. Ojo Emmanuel Ademola, has issued a formal statement commending President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his strategic leadership in tackling the dual challenges of national insecurity and economic revitalisation.
In a message released on December 28, 2025, Prof. Ademola praised the President’s “unwavering political will,” noting that recent diplomatic and security efforts demonstrate a leadership style that remains effective even amid domestic and global complexities.
Addressing the Security Mandate
Acknowledging the recent tragic highway blast in Zamfara State, Prof. Ademola described the event as a “painful reminder” of the urgency facing the nation.
While sympathising with the victims, he joined the call for swift and coordinated interventions to protect citizens.
“President Tinubu has demonstrated that effective leadership is not limited by geography,” Ademola stated, referring to the President’s recent European engagements aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s security architecture.
He specifically urged the President to speed up efforts to adopting the second pillar of his proposed “Tripod Method“ for curbing insecurity:
- State and Community Policing: Practical implementation and localised security.
- Capacity Building: Ongoing recruitment of Police officers and Forest Guards.
Economic Revitalisation and Global Footprint
Beyond security, Prof. Ademola highlighted the President’s bilateral discussions in Europe, focused on renewable energy, infrastructure expansion, and sustainable development, as a deliberate effort to consolidate three years of economic reforms.
“These engagements reflect a strategic effort to attract foreign investment for inclusive national growth,” Ademola noted, urging the President to remain focused despite distractions or criticism.
The Final Pillar: Traditional Governance
Looking ahead, the Professor emphasised the need to activate the third and final pillar of the Tripod Method: the strategic engagement of traditional monarchs.
He argued that their cultural authority is essential for “Tripod Patriotic Safeguarding” and achieving lasting peace at the grassroots level.
“Nigeria needs leadership that is bold, strategic, and forward-looking,” Prof. Ademola concluded. “Let us unite behind this vision for a safer, stronger, and more prosperous nation.”
Prof. Ademola is Africa’s first Professor of Cybersecurity and Information Technology Management. He is a prominent voice in digital journalism, governance, and national security strategy.
