Security concerns in Nigeria’s Northeast have intensified following renewed insurgent attacks, prompting fresh calls for decisive government action.
Senator Ali Ndume, who represents Borno South Senatorial District, has urged the Federal Government to take urgent and strategic steps to address the worsening insecurity in the region.
Speaking to journalists in Abuja, the lawmaker expressed concern over the persistent threat posed by insurgents, stressing that the situation requires stronger commitment and practical solutions from authorities.
Ndume maintained that the insurgency could be brought under control within a short timeframe if the government demonstrates sufficient political will. According to him, improved training and capacity-building for the Nigerian military remain critical to achieving lasting peace.
“I always believe that if the President and the Federal Government of Nigeria are serious about this insurgency, we can end it in six months. All we need is to train our soldiers,” he said.
The senator’s remarks come amid growing anxiety among residents of the Northeast, where communities continue to face attacks, displacement, and humanitarian challenges.
His call adds to ongoing national conversations about strengthening Nigeria’s security architecture, with stakeholders emphasizing the need for better-equipped forces, intelligence-driven operations, and sustained government commitment to ending insurgency in the region.
