Breaking: Ex-Presidential Aspirant Fumes Over Insecurity, Makes Key Demands
- Mohammed Hayatu-Deen warns of Nigeria's escalating security challenges requiring immediate national action
- Advocate calls for stronger security measures and community support to combat rising crime and violence
- Hayatu-Deen supports state police while emphasising the need for safeguards and collective action against insecurity
FCT, Abuja - Former presidential aspirant and development advocate, Mohammed Hayatu-Deen, has expressed concern over Nigeria’s worsening security challenges, warning that the country risks further instability if urgent measures are not implemented.
Hayatu-Deen, in a statement issued by his Media Office on Tuesday, June 16, said the rising cases of terrorism, banditry, kidnappings and violent attacks across the country require a coordinated national response.
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He described the death of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar, who reportedly died while in captivity after being abducted in Katsina State, as a reflection of the growing security concerns facing Nigerians.
Advocate demands stronger security measures
The development advocate called on the federal government and state government to strengthen security strategies, improve intelligence gathering and enhance cooperation among security agencies, Vanguard reported.
He also urged authorities to expand social support programmes, assist vulnerable communities and create opportunities to reduce poverty and unemployment, which he said could fuel criminal activities.
“This is not a partisan statement. I have no interest in scoring political points off the graves of our soldiers or the suffering of our children. I speak as a concerned private citizen,” Hayatu-Deen stated.
Calls for reforms and collective action
Hayatu-Deen welcomed moves towards establishing state police, describing it as a possible step towards improving local security, but stressed the need for safeguards against abuse, Punch reported.
He also called for better welfare, equipment and training for security personnel, while urging Nigerians, community leaders and institutions to work together in tackling insecurity.
He said addressing insecurity requires a collective approach focused on restoring safety, economic stability and confidence among citizens.
FG: "Only God can fix insecurity"
The Minister of State for Defence, Bello Muhammad Matawalle, said only God can end the insecurity challenges rocking the country.
Legit.ng reports that the Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (retd.), explained why it seems so difficult for the Nigerian military to deal with bandits, terrorists, kidnappers, and other criminal elements.
Source: Legit.ng
