Senator Sadiq Umar of Kwara North addressed ongoing security challenges in Nigeria during the Senate plenary session on March 6, 2024.
Senator Umar emphasized the need for a strategic alignment of security personnel and architectures to effectively tackle the nation’s security issues.
He proposed an all-inclusive community-based approach, stating, “Communities and traditional institutions should be strengthened, empowered, and supported to make significant strides in the fight against insecurity.”
However, he raised concerns about the lack of trust between citizens and the government, asserting that leaders are falling short in providing security and essential needs for their citizens.
During the session, Senator Umar advocated for empowering traditional rulers, police, and local security agencies, urging them to fulfill their civic and security responsibilities confidently.
He furthered stressed the importance of actively involving affected communities, noting that repeated advocacy and financial efforts may not succeed without their active participation.
Senator Sadiq highlighted a troubling trend where members of affected areas act as complicit informants to terrorists, undermining national security strategies.
He underscored the imperative for inclusiveness and strengthening security apparatus at every level of communities across the country.
The call for a comprehensive and collaborative approach to security challenges resonates as the nation grapples with escalating concerns in various regions.
