Bandits In NASS Soon?” – Baba Yusuf Raises Alarm Over Sh*cking Political Trend

Speaking during an interview on Arise News, Yusuf claimed that in parts of northern Nigeria, residents now pay levies to bandits and even turn to them for dispute resolution.

He lamented that while attacks continue to claim lives, political actors are treating the situation as a partisan issue, even as armed groups grow bolder and openly challenge state authority.

Yusuf referenced a statement by President Bola Tinubu during a visit to Plateau State, where he assured victims that such attacks would not recur. However, according to Yusuf, another attack reportedly occurred shortly after.

He further alleged that some attackers operate with alarming confidence—impersonating security personnel, engaging in negotiations, and moving freely without consequences. He added that some of them openly communicate their actions, even issuing warnings ahead of attacks.

According to him, the situation has escalated to the point where armed groups are confronting military formations and targeting senior officers.

Yusuf stressed that insecurity should be treated as a national emergency rather than a political tool, urging both the ruling party and the opposition to work together to address the crisis.

He warned that if the trend continues, the influence of these groups could deepen, especially as some communities increasingly rely on them for protection and mediation.