Retired Assistant Inspector-General of Police Nuhu Ribadu, on Monday, officially assumed duties as Nigeria’s National Security Adviser (NSA) with a pledge to subdue insecurity and stabilise the world’s most populous black nation.

Mr Ribadu took over from former NSA Babagana Monguno, following his appointment by President Bola Tinubu on June 19.

He said the administration of President Tinubu had the enormous responsibility of securing Nigeria, stabilising it and ensuring peace in all parts of the country.

According to him, this is a work for Nigerians, and we intend to continue with what has been done.

“We will stabilise this country, we will secure our country, and we will make Nigeria peaceful because we believe the time has come for this country to enjoy peace, restore order and the rule of law just like any other country in the world.

“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,” he said.

Mr Ribadu solicited the full cooperation of all servicemen and women and, by extension, all Nigerians.

He said there was a need to unite to accomplish the present administration’s quest for a more stable, peaceful and prosperous Nigeria.