The analysis conducted by ACLED data, as reported by PREMIUM TIMES, reveals concerning statistics regarding the state of security in Nigeria during the first year of President Bola Tinubu’s administration.
Despite Tinubu’s inauguration pledge to prioritize security and implement reforms, the country continued to grapple with significant insecurity challenges.
ACLED data indicates that between May 29, 2023, and May 22, 2024, there were over 4,500 fatalities and 7,000 abductions across various regions.
The North-west region, particularly states like Kaduna, Katsina, and Zamfara, experienced the highest levels of violence, primarily due to banditry, resulting in numerous deaths and abductions.
The North-central region also faced significant challenges, including conflicts between farmers and herders, leading to loss of lives and abductions.
The North-east, South-south, South-east, and South-west regions also reported various forms of violence, including insurgency, separatist agitations, and cultism, resulting in casualties and abductions.
Despite the government’s efforts, including the appointment of new service chiefs and military operations targeting insurgent groups, security expert Kabir Adamu highlights the persistent root causes of insecurity, such as arms proliferation, drug abuse, and ineffective justice administration.
Adamu emphasizes the need for the government to address these underlying issues and advocates for increased involvement of state governors in national security arrangements.
