Atiku Criticises Tinubu Over Rising Insecurity
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticised the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over recent security incidents in Oyo and Katsina states.
Atiku said the abduction of schoolchildren and teachers in Ogbomoso, alongside killings reported in Katsina State, showed what he described as a failure of leadership and worsening insecurity across Nigeria.
Atiku Reacts to Ogbomoso Abduction
In a statement released on Tuesday through his aide, Phrank Shaibu, the former vice president expressed concern over the reported death of one of the teachers kidnapped during the Ogbomoso attack.
He stated that repeated attacks on schools and communities had exposed weaknesses in the country’s security system.
According to Atiku, criminal groups now operate with increasing boldness because they no longer fear consequences from the authorities.
Former Vice President Faults Government Response
Atiku criticised what he described as repeated official statements issued after violent attacks across the country.
He said Nigerians had continued to hear promises that perpetrators would face justice, yet attacks and killings persisted in many communities.
The former vice president argued that stronger preventive measures were needed instead of reactions after attacks had already taken place.
Concerns Over Insecurity in Nigeria
The Atiku criticises Tinubu over insecurity debate comes amid renewed concerns over kidnappings, banditry and killings in parts of northern Nigeria.
Communities in states such as Katsina, Kaduna, Zamfara and Niger have recorded repeated attacks in recent years despite ongoing security operations by government agencies.
The latest Ogbomoso abduction has also raised fresh fears about the safety of schools and students across the country.
Atiku Calls for Security Overhaul
Atiku called for the immediate rescue of victims abducted in Oyo State and urged authorities to strengthen security operations in vulnerable areas.
He also demanded a comprehensive reform of Nigeria’s security architecture to address persistent attacks and protect communities.
The former vice president further raised concerns about alleged attempts to restrict graphic evidence of violent attacks from circulating publicly.
Government Yet to Respond
As of the time of filing this report, the Federal Government had not officially responded to Atiku’s latest remarks.
President Tinubu’s administration has repeatedly stated that security agencies are intensifying efforts to tackle terrorism, banditry and kidnapping across the country.