The Minority Caucus of the House of Representatives has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to either redirect his administration’s focus towards solving Nigeria’s security and economic challenges or resign.
The lawmakers made the call during a press briefing at the National Assembly in Abuja, accusing the government of prioritising 2027 election activities over urgent national issues.
Minority Leader of the House, Fred Agbedi, said Nigeria was facing worsening insecurity, economic hardship, and threats to democracy. He urged the President to suspend political activities and introduce a six-month national security and economic recovery plan.
The lawmakers expressed concern over recent kidnappings and attacks across states including Borno, Oyo, Kogi, Plateau, Kwara, Niger, Benue, Sokoto, and Zamfara.
They also condemned the abduction and death of retired Major-General Abubakar Rabe, describing it as evidence of the country’s deteriorating security situation.
“If a General is not safe within the borders of our nation, then who truly is?” Agbedi asked.
The caucus criticised the government’s response to the continued captivity of schoolchildren and teachers abducted in Oyo State, saying the situation showed a failure of leadership.
The lawmakers also accused the judiciary of weakening opposition parties ahead of the 2027 elections following a Federal High Court ruling involving INEC and some political parties.
They warned that Nigeria’s democracy must be protected and called for fairness in the electoral process.
Former Kaduna Military Governor Urges Security Priority
Former military governor of Kaduna State, Colonel Abubakar Dangiwa Umar (rtd), also appealed to President Tinubu to make national security the government’s top priority.
Umar said the protection of citizens should be the first responsibility of any government, adding that democracy cannot survive without security.
He urged the President to ensure that the values behind the June 12 democratic struggle remain central to government policies.
NHRC Reports 390 Deaths, 202 Kidnappings in May
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) announced that 390 people were killed and 202 others kidnapped across Nigeria in May 2026.
The commission described the month as one of the worst periods for human rights violations in recent years.
NHRC Executive Secretary, Dr Tony Ojukwu, said attacks affected civilians, schoolchildren, worshippers, and security personnel.
The commission raised concerns over attacks on schools, including the abduction of pupils and teachers in Oyo and Borno states.
Government Says Fight Against Terrorism Continues
The Federal Government said it remains committed to ending terrorism, banditry, and kidnapping.
President Tinubu stated during Democracy Day celebrations that security remains a priority of his administration.
He announced plans to recruit over 50,000 police officers and increase defence and security spending.
The President also said security forces had recorded major successes against terrorists and urged criminals to surrender or face the full force of the law.
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