Kwankwaso blasts Nigerian govt as terrorists go on rampage
Vice Presidential Candidate Critiques Government’s Security Response
The vice presidential candidate of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC) has criticized the Nigerian government for its alleged failure to effectively address the ongoing security crisis in the country.
In a statement released Tuesday, Rabiu Kwankwaso expressed concern over a recent surge of attacks by armed groups in states including Zamfara, Borno, Sokoto, Katsina, Kwara, and Oyo. He remarked that “our citizens can no longer sleep with both eyes closed,” highlighting the pervasive fear among the populace.
Kwankwaso, a former governor of Kano State, pointed to the rising incidents of banditry, kidnapping, terrorism, communal clashes, and armed robbery as distressing daily realities in Nigeria. He noted the alarming trend of criminals exploiting social media platforms to taunt authorities and instill fear within communities.
“This is totally unacceptable and not befitting of a sovereign nation like ours,” Kwankwaso stated.
Drawing from his previous experience as both a state governor and a former Minister of Defense, he asserted that insecurity in Nigeria is not insurmountable. However, he emphasized the need for genuine political will to tackle the issue, suggesting that current measures have proven ineffective despite substantial budget allocations to the security sector.
“The current approach has clearly failed,” he said. “Innocent lives are being lost daily, families are displaced, and our economy is faltering under the strain of fear and instability.”
Kwankwaso called for an urgent reevaluation of the nation’s security framework and urged the government to focus on improving socioeconomic conditions. He advocated for investment in education, infrastructure, healthcare, electricity supply, and agricultural resources to bolster food security and lessen dependence on imports.
He stressed the importance of prioritizing the welfare and motivation of security personnel, enhancing intelligence operations, and strengthening community policing. Kwankwaso concluded by asserting that addressing the root causes of insecurity, such as poverty and unemployment, requires a commitment to education, skills training, and job creation for the youth.
This commentary comes amid growing concerns over Nigeria’s deteriorating security situation and the ongoing crisis affecting daily life for many citizens.
