Former Kano State Governor and Nigeria Democratic Congress vice-presidential candidate, Rabiu Kwankwaso, has urged the federal government to urgently overhaul Nigeria’s security framework, warning that insecurity is worsening despite heavy investments in the sector.
In a statement posted on X, Kwankwaso lamented the surge in banditry, kidnapping, terrorism, communal clashes, and armed robbery, noting that citizens across states such as Zamfara, Borno, Sokoto, Katsina, Kwara, and Oyo now live in constant fear.“Nigeria is bleeding profusely.
Many of our people can no longer sleep with both eyes closed,” he said.Kwankwaso expressed alarm at the growing boldness of criminal groups, pointing out that some now brazenly host live sessions on social media to taunt authorities and terrorize the public.
Drawing from his experience as a former governor and defence minister, he insisted that insecurity is not insurmountable, but requires political will, improved welfare for security personnel, stronger intelligence gathering, and enhanced community policing.
He further emphasized the need to tackle root causes such as poverty, unemployment, and poor governance, urging greater investment in education, healthcare, infrastructure, electricity, agriculture, and job creation.
“We must immediately prioritize the welfare of our gallant security personnel, strengthen intelligence gathering, enhance community policing, and most crucially, tackle the root causes of this crisis,” Kwankwaso said.
His remarks come amid renewed concerns over violent attacks, kidnappings, and communal clashes that continue to undermine public safety and economic stability nationwide.
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