Stop raising false alarm over insecurity, Northern group flays Malami

From Okwe Obi, Abuja

North West Democracy Monitoring Group (NDMG) has warned former Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, to desist from raising false alarm over insecurity.

Malami had claimed that his convoy was attacked by suspected political thugs in Kebbi State.

NDMG chairman, Abubakar Sani, in a statement, yesterday, accused him of attempting to manipulate insecurity in the region for political advantage.

He described Malami’s recent petition as baseless and a reckless attempt to incite chaos among the people.

He expressed concern over the escalating insecurity in the North West, particularly in Zamfara and Kebbi states, warning that political opportunists were using the crisis to regain relevance.

According to him, the only tangible achievement of Malami in the region was the construction of a single prison.

“We unequivocally condemn Malami’s recent petition, which seeks to exploit the prevailing insecurity in our communities for personal political gain. This petition is not only baseless but also represents a reckless attempt to incite chaos among our people.

“Such manipulation of a dire security situation is intolerable and warrants our utmost attention and action. In recent months, the North West has experienced a troubling escalation of insecurity. While this situation is undeniably grave, it has unfortunately become a fertile ground for political opportunists who seek to capitalise on the suffering of our communities.

“It is disheartening to witness individuals, including Malami, attempt to regain political relevance by preying on the vulnerabilities of our citizens. This behaviour is not merely unethical; it is detrimental to the ongoing efforts aimed at restoring peace and stability in regions such as Zamfara and Kebbi states.

“The NDMG acknowledges the significant challenges faced by our federal troops in combating the persistent threats posed by armed groups in the region. While there have been commendable successes in military operations, the lingering danger is compounded by the actions of desperate politicians intent on politicising the security crisis for their own gain.

“At the forefront of this manipulation is Abubakar Malami, who seeks to present himself as a champion of the people despite a track record that reveals a stark contrast.

“During his tenure as Attorney General under the Muhammadu Buhari administration, Malami was entrusted with immense power and responsibilities.

“Yet, the only tangible achievement he can point to in the North West remains the construction of a solitary prison. The much-anticipated rehabilitation of the Abuja-Kano Expressway, a project that could have significantly benefited our region, languished in neglect throughout his eight years in office.”