Insecurity: Sack Defence Minister now, North-West group tells Tinubu

The North West Development Vanguard (NWDV) has called for the immediate dismissal of the Minister of Defence, Mohammad Badaru Abubakar.

The group blamed him for failing to tackle rising insecurity across the country, especially in Benue and Plateau states.

NWDV described the minister as grossly incompetent and more focused on political ambitions than national security.

In a statement signed by its President, Comrade Aminu Sani, and Secretary, Alhaji Bala Mohammed, the group expressed deep concern.

It condemned Badaru’s poor handling of security threats and his alleged indifference to worsening violence in the North Central region.

“The Minister of Defence has failed in his primary duty to protect lives and property,” the group said in the statement.

They added that Badaru’s continued presence in government poses a risk to national security and public trust.

The group cited recent attacks in Kastina-Ala and Logo LGAs of Benue State where over 50 people were killed.

They claimed more than 300 armed assailants, suspected to be foreign militia, invaded and terrorized local communities.

In Plateau State, over 100 persons were killed in coordinated attacks across Mangu and Bokkos LGAs.

“These killings are part of a larger pattern of insecurity that Badaru has failed to confront or resolve,” the group stated.

They accused the minister of lacking initiative, coordination, and effective strategy to handle the deepening crisis.

The group also accused him of pursuing political gains rather than performing his duties.

“Badaru is more focused on 2027 presidential politics than securing the nation,” they alleged.

They urged President Bola Tinubu to act swiftly by removing the minister to restore public confidence.

“The President must demonstrate that incompetence and negligence have consequences,” the group emphasized.

NWDV also demanded a complete overhaul of the nation’s security architecture.

They called for better intelligence gathering, increased funding, and improved cooperation among security agencies.

The group further urged civil society, religious leaders, and the global community to support calls for action.

They stressed that insecurity must be addressed collectively to protect lives and strengthen democratic governance.

“The bloodshed will continue unless those in charge of security are held accountable,” the group warned.

They insisted that restoring peace requires political will, accountability, and urgent reforms in the security sector.

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