Politically Sponsored Terrorism Driving Insecurity in Nigeria, Says APC Chieftain

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ABUJA — A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, Dr George Agbakahi, has attributed the persistent insecurity in Nigeria to politically sponsored terrorism and called on the Federal Government to identify and prosecute those financing violent activities across the country.

Agbakahi made this known during an appearance on Arise Television’s Prime Time programme monitored in Abuja over the weekend, where he stressed that cutting off funding sources for terrorist groups is critical to addressing the nation’s security challenges.

He noted that insecurity in Nigeria predates the current administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, adding that the government has taken significant steps to confront the problem through increased investment in military equipment and armaments.

According to him, the administration has strengthened the capacity of the Nigerian military more than any government since 1999, while also pursuing collaborations with foreign partners to tackle threats.

The APC chieftain pointed to ongoing security challenges in parts of the North East, particularly Borno and Yobe states, describing them as long standing issues rather than recent developments, and suggested that some acts of violence may have political undertones.

Agbakahi reiterated the importance of unity among Nigerians, urging citizens across political, ethnic and religious divides to work collectively to combat insecurity, warning against politicising security issues.

He also backed the Federal Government’s refusal to negotiate with terrorists, describing the stance as strategic and necessary to discourage further attacks.

Emphasising the role of intelligence, he called for improved coordination among security agencies and insisted that identifying local sponsors of terrorism remains key to resolving the crisis.

Agbakahi further weighed in on the proposed opposition alliance ahead of the 2027 presidential election, dismissing any potential collaboration involving Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso as ineffective, describing both figures as largely regional leaders.

He questioned the structure and leadership of the opposition coalition, including the roles of Atiku Abubakar and Rotimi Amaechi, both of whom have expressed interest in the presidency, and concluded that President Tinubu remains a more formidable candidate due to his track record and what he described as the opposition’s lack of clear direction.

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