INSECURITY IN NORTHERN NIGERIA: CNG REPORT HIGHLIGHTS FAILURES, OFFERS SOLUTIONS


The Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) has sounded a stark warning about the precarious state of security in Northern Nigeria.


In a recent report, the group highlighted the glaring failures of the current approach to tackling insecurity and offered practical solutions to address the menace.

The report is a clarion call to action, urging leaders and stakeholders to confront the crisis head-on before it is too late.

According to the CNG Chairman, Comrade Jamilu Aliyu Charanchi, the group has for past one year been brainstorming and doing extensive research beyond Northern Nigerian borders over the insecurity.

"We have mobilized security experts and formed a special committee on security, which also has sub-commitees, to ease the weight of work. We have just had another sixth months deliberations and running extensive research, even outside the North, to ensure we properly identify the immediate and remote causes of our insecurity as a region, in a comprehensive report that we intend to handover to our governors", the CNG Chairman explained.

The CNG report paints a dire picture of a region ravaged by criminality, poverty, and extremism. It notes that despite efforts by the government and security forces, insecurity continues to worsen, with communities living in fear of attacks, kidnappings, and banditry. The report identifies several factors contributing to this crisis, including a lack of synergy among security agencies, inadequate political will, and a failure to address the root causes of insecurity.

One of the most significant failures highlighted in the report is the lack of coordination among security agencies. The report notes that different agencies often work at cross-purposes, undermining efforts to combat insecurity. This lack of synergy has led to a proliferation of quasi-security outfits, which, although well-intentioned, often exacerbate the problem. The report calls for a unified command structure and a clear chain of command to address this issue.

Another critical failure identified in the report is the inadequate political will to confront the crisis. The report notes that political leaders often prioritize short-term gains over long-term solutions, failing to address the root causes of insecurity. This lack of political will has led to a culture of impunity, where criminals and extremists are allowed to flourish. The report urges political leaders to demonstrate the necessary courage and commitment to tackle insecurity head-on.

The CNG report also highlights the need to address the root causes of insecurity, including poverty, illiteracy, and unemployment. It notes that many young people in the region are vulnerable to radicalization and criminality due to a lack of opportunities and resources. The report calls for a comprehensive approach that addresses these underlying issues, including investing in education, job creation, and social welfare programs.

So, what are the solutions offered by the CNG report? Firstly, it calls for a unified security command structure, with clear lines of authority and communication. Secondly, it urges political leaders to demonstrate the necessary political will to confront the crisis, including addressing the root causes of insecurity. Thirdly, it recommends a comprehensive approach that addresses poverty, illiteracy, and unemployment, including investing in education, job creation, and social welfare programs.

In conclusion, the CNG report is a timely warning about the precarious state of security in Northern Nigeria. It highlights the failures of the current approach and offers practical solutions to address the crisis. Leaders and stakeholders must heed this warning and take decisive action to confront insecurity head-on. The future of the region depends on it.

Northerners una Goodmorning!!!!