LunagisthubEl-Rufai Accuses FG of Empowering Bandits
Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has accused the Federal Government of providing a soft landing for bandits terrorizing different parts of the country. He alleged that the government is empowering bandits by paying them a “monthly allowance” and sending “food to them in the name of non-kinetic,” describing it as a “kiss-the-bandits policy.”
El-Rufai faulted the policy, saying it rehabilitates bandits rather than making them answer for their crimes. He believes this policy is responsible for the lingering insecurity problem in the country. According to him, the only repentant bandit is a dead one, and the government should focus on eliminating bandits rather than negotiating with them.
The National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, had previously stated that Boko Haram attacks, banditry, and communal conflicts in the northern region had reduced drastically in the last two years of President Bola Tinubu’s administration. However, El-Rufai’s claims suggest that the government’s approach to insecurity may be flawed.
Insecurity has been a growing concern in Nigeria, with recent attacks in Katsina, Benue, and Plateau states. The government’s response to these attacks has been a subject of debate, with some calling for a more robust approach to tackling insecurity.
El-Rufai’s accusations highlight the need for transparency and accountability in the government’s approach to insecurity. The government must take concrete steps to address the root causes of insecurity and ensure that its policies are effective in tackling the problem.
What do you think about El-Rufai’s accusations? Is the government’s approach to insecurity effective, or does it need to be revised?
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