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
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