The House of Representatives has urged President Bola Tinubu’s administration to take urgent and decisive action to address Nigeria’s worsening security challenges, warning that failure to restore safety and public confidence could have serious consequences. (Businessday NG)
The lawmakers made the call during plenary following a motion of urgent public importance on the rising cases of banditry, kidnapping, terrorism and attacks on vulnerable communities across the country. (Independent Newspaper Nigeria)
The House specifically demanded a comprehensive and aggressive security strategy to dismantle criminal networks, flush out bandits and terrorists from their hideouts, and protect citizens, particularly schoolchildren and worshippers who have increasingly become targets of attacks. (Independent Newspaper Nigeria)
The lawmakers expressed concern over what they described as the deteriorating security situation in parts of Nigeria, noting that continued attacks have affected communities, businesses, farming activities and citizens’ confidence in government’s ability to protect lives and property. (Per Second News)
They also warned that if the security situation does not improve within a clearly defined period, the nation’s security chiefs should consider honourably resigning from office for failing to meet their constitutional responsibilities. (Trust Radio)
The resolution followed a motion sponsored by Rep. Ibe Osonwa, representing Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency of Abia State, who raised concerns over increasing abductions, attacks on schools and places of worship, and the spread of insecurity across the country. (Punch Newspapers)
The House further resolved to strengthen oversight of security agencies and summoned key officials, including service chiefs and heads of relevant security institutions, to provide updates on measures being taken to tackle the crisis. (Channels Television)
The call comes amid continued national debate over the government’s response to insecurity. President Tinubu has maintained that his administration is committed to defeating criminal elements, while also attributing part of the security challenge to weaknesses in grassroots governance structures. (Punch Newspapers)
The lawmakers said protecting citizens remains the primary responsibility of government and urged the administration to act swiftly to restore peace and stability across the country. (PM Parrot)
