June 19, 2026

Former Head of State, Gen. Abdulsalami Abubakar (retd)

….Calls for national unity, urges Nigerians to support security agencies

Former Head of State, Abdulsalami Abubakar, has warned that the spread of fake news and political propaganda is strengthening terrorist groups and worsening Nigeria’s security challenges, urging citizens to unite in support of efforts to restore peace across the country.

In a statement issued to mark his 84th birthday, Abdulsalami expressed gratitude to Nigerians for their support over the years but said the occasion also offered an opportunity to reflect on the country’s current realities.