Former Senator Abdullahi Gobir, a member of the Niger Delta Development Commission, has backed the renewed military offensive against terrorists, bandits and other criminal elements in Sokoto East and other vulnerable parts of Sokoto State. According to Punch, Gobir said persistent attacks on rural communities threaten lives, agriculture, livelihoods and economic activity, insisting that armed groups must not be allowed to dictate Sokoto's future.

Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, stated that the government cannot combat insecurity in Nigeria without the support of its citizens. He made this remark during the 17th Annual Hijrah Lecture and Du’a, emphasizing the need for collective efforts to address the issue of insecurity in the country.

Senator Shehu Buba of Bauchi has denied allegations linking him to banditry, describing the claims as unfounded. According to Punch, the lawmaker pledged his commitment to tackling insecurity in the state through lawful means and active community participation. He vowed to support efforts aimed at restoring peace and combating criminal activities, insisting on his innocence while calling for collective action to address the security challenges affecting communities in Bauchi and beyond.

Kogi State Governor Usman Ododo stated that he continues to support President Bola Tinubu in combating crime within his state, referring to himself as one of Tinubu's foot soldiers in the fight against insecurity. This declaration highlights the ongoing efforts of local leaders to address safety concerns in their regions, according to Naija News.

The Supreme Council for Shari'ah in Nigeria has responded to allegations linking Senator Shehu Buba Umar to banditry and terrorism, warning in a Monday statement against the politicisation of national security. The allegations reportedly followed calls by former Minister of Sports Solomon Dalung, who urged the Department of State Services to investigate the senator's alleged connections to insecurity. The council's intervention highlights growing tensions over how security-related accusations are handled in Nigeria's political arena.

Former Kano State governor Rabiu Kwankwaso has called on President Bola Tinubu to caution state governors, particularly those in his party, against actions that could undermine Nigeria's democracy, following an attack on the convoy of Peter Obi. According to Vanguard, Kwankwaso urged the president to protect the sanctity of the democratic process in response to the incident.