Speaking on national television, Idris dismissed public assumptions that the government was simply holding on to a list of suspects, noting that thorough evidence gathering is essential before any trial.

His comments follow growing criticism over the failure of successive administrations to prosecute individuals linked to financing Boko Haram, ISWAP and bandit groups, despite earlier claims under former President Muhammadu Buhari that several suspects had been identified.

Idris maintained that President Bola Tinubu’s administration is working “assiduously” to tackle insecurity, stating that more than 13,500 criminals have been neutralised and over 17,000 arrested since May 2023, with many already facing trial.

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On the long-awaited appointment of ambassadors, he said the President is finalising the list, which is currently undergoing security vetting. He added that Nigeria is engaged in ongoing diplomatic efforts with the United States and other partners to clarify the country’s security challenges and strengthen cooperation.

Source: Punch