Former Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Tukur Buratai (retd.), has warned that Nigeria’s growing insecurity could soon put senior government officials, including ministers, senators, and governors, at risk if urgent action is not taken.
Buratai made the statement on Sunday while reacting to reports that retired Major General Abubakar Rabe was killed by bandits.
He described the killing of a senior military officer as a serious security concern, saying it shows that criminal groups are becoming more daring.
“If this trend continues unchecked, the next targets may not be soldiers or civilians alone. They could include ministers, senators, and even state governors. No leader will be immune,” Buratai said.
The former army chief said the incident should serve as a warning to the country, noting that insecurity continues to worsen despite repeated concerns raised by security experts.
He recalled warning in 2021 that insurgency and
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