Lock Down The Borders Now! – Ex-Army Chief Buratai Sounds Alarm On Rising Insecurity

Former Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai (rtd.), has cautioned that allowing insurgency to persist poses grave dangers to Nigeria. He stressed the urgent need to confront the menace, proposing a lockdown of the nation’s borders as part of the solution.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Speaking in an interview with Channels Television on Friday, Buratai likened the proposed border closure to the measures taken during the COVID-19 pandemic, noting it could help curb the spread of insecurity.

He further emphasized the importance of community resilience, urging collaboration among political, traditional, and religious leaders to develop sustainable strategies against insecurity.

Buratai recalled that he had earlier warned that insurgency would be prolonged, hence the necessity for a long-term security plan.

The former Army Chief, who served under ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, insisted that the military should be regarded as a partner in resolving insecurity, not as a hindrance.

On the contentious issue of state police, Buratai acknowledged its relevance but warned of potential abuse by politicians to suppress opposition. However, he added that if political interference is addressed, Nigeria can confidently adopt state policing as part of its security architecture.