A retired military officer has sparked fresh debate over Nigeria’s worsening security situation after declaring that President Bola Tinubu’s administration is performing worse than that of former President Muhammadu Buhari in tackling insecurity.
The former serviceman, speaking during a public discussion on the state of the nation, expressed deep concern over the escalating wave of kidnappings, bandit attacks, armed robberies, and violent crimes across several parts of the country.
According to him, many Nigerians had hoped that the change in leadership would bring a significant improvement in security and restore confidence in the government’s ability to protect lives and property. However, he argued that the reality on the ground suggests otherwise.
“Many people criticized Buhari’s government for its handling of insecurity, but what we are witnessing today is even more troubling,” he reportedly stated. “The level of fear and uncertainty among ordinary citizens continues to grow.”
The retired officer lamented that criminal elements appear to be operating with increasing boldness, leaving communities vulnerable and forcing many residents to live in constant fear. He warned that if urgent and decisive measures are not taken, the security crisis could have far-reaching consequences for the country’s stability and economic growth.
He further called on the federal government to strengthen intelligence gathering, improve coordination among security agencies, and equip security personnel with the resources needed to effectively combat emerging threats.
The remarks have since generated widespread reactions among Nigerians, with some agreeing that insecurity remains one of the nation’s biggest challenges, while others insist that the current administration inherited deeply rooted security problems that cannot be solved overnight.
As insecurity continues to dominate national conversations, many citizens are demanding stronger action from the government, insisting that protecting lives and property must remain a top priority.
The former military officer’s comments add to the growing chorus of voices urging the Tinubu administration to intensify efforts to address the security challenges facing Africa’s most populous nation before the situation deteriorates further.
