•Dr. Hakeem Baba-Ahmed
A former Presidential Adviser, Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, has asked President Bola Tinubu to address the nation regarding the recent military invasion threat by the United States President Donald Trump against Nigeria.
In a statement posted on his Facebook page today, Baba-Ahmed said it was troubling that the president had yet to personally address Nigerians regarding the development.
Baba-Ahmed warned that the president’s silence sends a troubling message about Nigeria’s leadership.
He wrote, “If President Tinubu truly has capable advisers and understands the weight of his office, he should have spoken to Nigerians by now. This is not the time for ministers or aides to issue statements. The President himself should reassure the country, clarify our position, and outline the steps his administration intends to take. Our silence makes us appear weak and without direction.”
He further cautioned against any plan by the president to travel to the United States for a meeting with Trump, describing such a move as ill-advised.
“At this critical moment, Tinubu should not even think of going to America to meet Trump. It would only worsen Nigeria’s image — like receiving a slap and smiling in return,” he remarked.
Baba-Ahmed, therefore, urged the president to act decisively.
“If Tinubu truly listens to those who care about this country, he must act immediately — appoint ambassadors, rebuild Nigeria’s diplomatic presence, and address the nation directly,” he said.
It was earlier reported that Trump had threatened to deploy American military forces to Nigeria if the alleged genocide against Christians was not stopped, but the Bola Tinubu government refuted the claim in its entirety.
