Senator Abdul Ahmed Ningi, representing Bauchi Central, on Wednesday delivered a fiery warning that Nigeria is effectively at war, calling for urgent, coordinated action from the federal government, security agencies, and citizens to confront the escalating threats of insurgency, banditry, and kidnappings across the country.
Speaking during plenary, Senator Ningi highlighted the brutal killing of five police officers in his constituency while they attempted to intervene in a conflict between farmers and bandits. The victims—DSP Ahmed Muhammad, Assistant Superintendent Mustafa Muhammad, Instructor Amahil Yunusa, Instructor Idris Ahmed, and Corporal Isam Azu—were remembered for their sacrifice, with the senator calling for a one-minute silence in their honor.
“Nigeria is at war. Kidnapping has become one of the best paying jobs in the country—more lucrative than oil or political office,” Senator Ningi said, warning that the crime has been commercialized and now threatens the very fabric of Nigerian society.
He stressed that mere rescue operations are insufficient and urged the Senate’s standing committees on defense, army, navy, and national security to actively investigate incidents, hold agencies accountable, and provide practical solutions rather than passing responsibilities between bodies.
Senator Ningi commended President Tinubu for prioritizing national security over foreign trips, describing his hands-on approach as vital during this crisis. He further called for coordinated offensives to eliminate criminals and bandits rather than simply negotiating their release.
The senator also advocated strengthening domestic defense capabilities through investment in the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON) to produce locally manufactured arms and equipment, noting that reliance on imported weapons often leads to delays and inefficiencies, limiting the armed forces’ effectiveness.
Highlighting accountability and resource efficiency, Senator Ningi urged the National Assembly and government to provide adequate funding for security agencies while ensuring transparency. He encouraged citizen involvement by protecting those who provide intelligence to security authorities.
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Senator Ningi announced upcoming zonal security summits to assess threats regionally. The Northwest Zonal Security Summit is scheduled for November 29, 2025, in Kaduna, with the North Central summit to follow. Findings from these summits will inform a comprehensive Senate position on insecurity and guide both legislative and executive action.
“The security of lives and property is the fundamental reason government exists,” he said. “We cannot allow bandits to intimidate our people or close schools. The right to education and safety must be protected at all costs.”
Concluding his address, Senator Ningi called for unity beyond partisan politics and urged Nigerians to support the federal government and armed forces in confronting insecurity. He warned that even senior military officers face threats due to compromised operational information, underscoring the need for vigilance, collaboration, and decisive leadership to restore peace and stability across the nation.
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