The menace of insecurity in Nigeria has once again reared its ugly head with the recent abduction of Alhaji Mansoor Al-Kadriyar and his six children.
The situation took a heart-wrenching turn when one of the kidnapped individuals, Nabeeha Al-Kadriyar, was mercilessly killed by the bandits on Friday, January 19, 2024, after the kidnappers demanded N60 Million Naira and the family could not come up with such huge sum.
This horrifying tale shows the deteriorating security situation in Nigeria and it seems the government is nowhere near to solving the issue.
Over the years, Nigeria has grappled with a surge in insecurity, ranging from insurgencies to kidnappings, and the situation seems to be worsening. Despite countless promises and assurances from the government, the reality on the ground is that helpless citizens continue to face the daily threat of violence.
The Al-Kadriyar kidnapping shows the alarming shift of insecurity to unexpected places, even reaching the heart of the nation, the Federal Capital Territory. Specifically, the incident that occurred in the Buhari area, shows the vulnerability of FCT a place that many think should be the safest. The fact that the bandits could strike so close to the capital raises questions about the effectiveness of security measures in place and the need for urgent reforms.
Critics argue that the Nigerian government’s response to the rising insecurity has been inadequate and ineffective. The lack of concrete and sustainable strategies to address the root causes of these security challenges has left citizens feeling abandoned and vulnerable. Calls for increased funding for security agencies and comprehensive reforms have intensified, yet tangible actions are still awaited.
In the face of the government’s perceived inaction, the resilience of Nigerians has turned to Twitter for crowdfunding campaigns. Faced with the dire need to secure the release of the remaining abducted girls, concerned citizens have taken it upon themselves to raise funds. This grassroots initiative is proof of the collective spirit of the Nigerian people, as they rally together to address a crisis that continues to grip the nation.
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Nabeeha and How She Was Killed.
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