Former Nigerian vice president, Atiku Abubakar has accused President Bola Tinubu of failing Nigerians in his responsibility as the Commander-in-Chief.
Reacting to the recent killing of over 50 people in Zike community in the Kimakpa area of Kwali district, Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State, Atiku said such tragedy is a grim reminder of the worsening state of security in Nigeria.
He said that the incident is regrettable and unacceptable and several Nigerians are losing their lives due to the “incompetence of the Tinubu-led administration”
“The protection of lives and property is the primary responsibility of any government. Unfortunately, President Tinubu has failed these citizens and continues to fail the,” Atiku said.
The former vice president while condemning the incessant attack by Boko Haram terrorists in Borno State, said the disturbing developments underscore the total collapse of the current administration’s security policy and architecture.
Calling on the Attorney General of the Federation and the Minister of Justice, to prioritize the prosecution of the criminals, Atiku also said that special courts should be established to fast-track their trials.
“Our justice system must not give the impression that terrorism pays. I am also alarmed by reports of armed criminal groups crossing our borders to carry out attacks. This is a national disgrace and further proof of a failed security framework. Condemnation after the fact is not enough,” he wrote on his X page.
According to Atiku, as long as the criminal continue to move about and go around without any form of punishment they will continue to return to inflict more pain on innocent Nigerians.
In addition, Atiku urged the National Assembly to as a matter of urgency pass legislation that allows state governments to properly arm and equip their security outfits with modern weapons.
He said this action will strengthen Nigeria’s overall security architecture and help relieve the overstretched federal security agencies working overtime to stem these challenges of insecurity.
For community leaders across the country, Atiku said it is important that any form of collaboration with armed groups are rejected. He called for total support Nigeria’s security forces and personnel who has continued to sacrifice their all for the safety and peace of the nation.
