Hold State Governors Accountable for Kidnappings, Not Federal Government – Bwala

Presidential Special Adviser on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, has said state governors and local government chairmen should be held responsible for kidnappings and abductions occurring within their states, rather than blaming the Federal Government.

Speaking during a television interview on Wednesday, Bwala argued that security challenges at the local level require greater accountability from state and local authorities. He urged Nigerians to question their governors over the implementation of the Federal Government's Save the School Initiative, which provided funds for school perimeter fencing, early warning systems, and other security measures.

According to him, citizens should demand transparency on how the funds allocated for school security were spent.

Bwala also alleged that many local governments are not receiving funds meant for them directly, insisting that proper financial autonomy would enable councils to improve healthcare, education, community security, and social welfare.

He stressed that under Nigeria's constitutional arrangement, the President cannot compel governors to act, noting that state governments operate independently within the federal system.

The presidential aide encouraged Nigerians to hold town hall meetings, engage the media, and consistently demand accountability from governors and local government officials over security and public funds.

On the prolonged abduction of schoolchildren and teachers in Oyo State, Bwala said the Federal Government's priority is to secure the safe release of the victims, explaining that a forceful rescue could put their lives at greater risk. He maintained that authorities are focused on ensuring the hostages return home safely.

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