Nigerian President Bola Tinubu addressed the nation on June 12th, highlighting what he described as improvements in the country’s security situation. He claimed that over 13,000 terrorists have been killed by the military in the past year. President Tinubu further stated that fatalities from jihadist insurgencies have decreased by 81% since he assumed office in 2023. The address comes as Nigeria approaches upcoming presidential elections. However, analysts are expressing skepticism regarding the reported figures, deeming them potentially unreliable. The claims require cautious interpretation due to questions surrounding their credibility. The president’s statements aim to reassure the public regarding his administration’s efforts to combat insecurity.