As insecurity continues across the nation, former Head of State, General Abdulsalami Abubakar (retd.), has said every Nigerian has a stake in the fight against insecurity, saying that defeating terrorism and other criminal activities requires citizens to join hands with security agencies and government at all levels.
In a statement released on the occasion of his 84th birthday, where he reflected on the state of the nation and expressed concern over the worsening security situation across the country, he noted that the recent death of Major General Abubakar Rabe (retd.) and many other Nigerians affected by insecurity underscored the urgency of collective action to restore peace and stability.
According to him, his years of service in the Nigerian Armed Forces, including participation in the Nigerian Civil War and peacekeeping operations abroad, have given him a deep understanding of the sacrifices required to protect the nation, just as he acknowledged that many countries are facing economic and security difficulties.
He noted that Nigeria must remain focused on supporting efforts aimed at maintaining law and order, adding that the country’s security agencies had demonstrated commitment in confronting terrorism but insisted that citizens must also play active roles in defeating criminal elements threatening national unity.
He blamed the politicisation of security issues for worsening the crisis, warning that divisive narratives and selfish interests have weakened efforts to address insecurity.
He expressed concern over the spread of misinformation and fake news on social media, saying such actions have emboldened terrorists and criminal groups by
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