The Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) has urged the Federal Government to urgently confront the rising wave of insecurity across the country, warning that continued inaction will expose more Nigerians to violent attacks and abductions.
The appeal follows Monday’s attack in Kebbi State, where terrorists invaded the Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School at about 4 am, abducting 25 female students and killing a vice principal.
In Kwara State, gunmen struck again on Wednesday in the Eruku community of Ekiti Local Government Area, killing three residents and kidnapping about 35 others. Barely a day later, suspected bandits abducted four rice farmers in Bokungi Village, Edu Local Government Area, worsening fears of rising insecurity.
In a statement issued on Wednesday and signed by NLC President Joe Ajaero, the union condemned the attacks and warned that insecurity could escalate further if the Federal Government fails to take decisive action. Ajaero also extended condolences to the families affected by the Kebbi school abductions.
“We are deeply saddened by the news of the abduction of college students by bandits in Kebbi State. While we share in the pain and trauma of the victims, parents, and Governor of the state, Dr Nasir Idris, we call on the Federal Government to do more in securing the land and land mass of the nation and its citizens,” he said.
Ajaero questioned the impact of the nation’s large security budgets, noting that the situation continues to deteriorate despite massive allocations. He urged the government, as custodian of the armed forces and national resources, to reflect more deeply on the worsening state of security and take immediate corrective steps.
What you should know
The Nigerian Labour Congress is raising alarm over a surge in nationwide insecurity, triggered by recent attacks in Kebbi and Kwara States that have resulted in multiple abductions and killings.
The NLC’s statement reflects growing national frustration about the government’s inability to curb terrorism, banditry, and violent crime despite significant security spending. Their call underscores widespread concern that Nigeria’s safety challenges are deepening, with rural communities, schools, and farmers increasingly targeted.
By urging immediate and decisive action, the NLC highlights the urgent need for strengthened security operations, improved intelligence gathering, and accountability in managing national defence resources.
