FG pays billions to Niger Delta militants but have refused to pay any to armed Fulani herdsmen who are kpaying people in thousands to guard our forests, this statement is coming from northern elders who have always shown sympathy to herdsmen.
A fresh wave of controversy has hit the scene as prominent Northern Elders have raised serious questions about the Federal Government’s security strategy. This comes on the heels of years of pipeline surveillance contracts handed out to former Niger Delta militants.
FG pays billions to Niger Delta militants
The elders pointed out that if the Nigerian government can openly pay armed ex-militants billions of naira to safeguard oil infrastructure, then it shouldn’t be off-limits to think about involving armed Fulani herdsmen to help secure Nigeria’s forests — especially since many of them are already active in those areas.
FG pays billions to Niger Delta militants
According to the group, the escalating insecurity in the country calls for some out-of-the-box thinking, rather than just sticking to political correctness. They firmly believe that the focus should be on achieving peace, not on moral posturing. FG pays billions to Niger Delta militants
“We already negotiate with armed groups when it serves the nation’s interests. Why pretend otherwise?” one elder reportedly questioned.
This proposal has ignited a firestorm on social media and among civil society groups. Critics are sounding the alarm, warning that such a move could legitimize violence, reward criminal behavior, and further undermine the authority of the Nigerian state.
Security analysts are also raising red flags, cautioning that formalizing armed groups — no matter where they’re from — could exacerbate ethnic tensions and encourage more factions to take up arms in hopes of gaining government recognition.
On the flip side, supporters argue that Nigeria’s current reality has already outstripped its laws. With vast forests left ungoverned and rural communities facing constant threats, they believe it’s time to confront some uncomfortable truths about how security is really maintained.
Is Nigeria truly addressing its insecurity — or merely managing it by outsourcing force to whoever controls the territory?
As the government stays mum on the proposal, one thing is clear: this conversation has revealed significant flaws in Nigeria’s security philosophy — and the public isn’t backing down. FG pays billions to Niger Delta militants
Should Nigeria strike a deal for peace with armed groups — or take a firm stance, regardless of the consequences?
Meanwhile; Femi Otubanjo who is one of president Tinubu’s adviser calls American’s president “m.ad” on live Tv interview, and when Dr. Reuben Abati try to caution him over his choice of words Femi said he doesn’t care and they can revoke his visa.
A fiery debate has ignited after comments made by Professor Femi Otubanjo, a well-known adviser to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, during a live broadcast on Arise Television. FG pays billions to Niger Delta militants
In the interview, Otubanjo referred to former U.S. President Donald Trump as a “m,ad man,” a statement that quickly raised eyebrows in the studio. Veteran journalist Reuben Abati tried to rein him in, cautioning that such remarks could lead to diplomatic fallout, including potential visa complications with the United States.
Unbothered, Otubanjo reportedly brushed off the warning, saying he doesn’t care about America or the risk of losing his visa.
This exchange has since triggered a flurry of reactions across Nigeria’s political and social media landscape. While some Nigerians praised Otubanjo for what they view as bold honesty, others condemned the comment as undiplomatic and inappropr!ate for someone connected to the presidency. FG pays billions to Niger Delta militants
Political analysts point out that remarks from those associated with the presidency, even if unofficial, can be seen internationally as indicative of the government’s stance—especially in a time when video clips spread around the world in mere minutes. Continue reading here
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