The Nigerian president, president Muhammad buhari has said in a statement that he hopes Nigerians will understand him and be patient as they are working tirelessly to increase the security in the country.

Speaking to the journalist at the state house shortly after observing Eid prayers, marking the end of the month long Ramadan fast, buhari said the menace caused by the bandits and kidnappers in the country will be addressed so as to ensure the nation's food security is not threatened.

Furthermore, the president said his administration are working tirelessly to use all available resources and manpower in dealing with bandits and kidnappers to ensure that they cease to wreak more havoc to the community and the country as a whole.