Former Army Chief, Buratai, Mentions "Lockdown" to Fight Insecurity

Former Chief of Army Staff, Tukur Buratai, has suggested a nationwide lockdown as a strategy to combat insecurity in Nigeria, including kidnapping, terrorism, and banditry. Buratai emphasized that Nigerians should not leave the fight against insecurity solely to the military but should collectively sacrifice to address the national crisis.

He warned that insurgency in the country could last longer than expected if proactive measures are not taken. Buratai also highlighted the need for a collective effort, citing the successful response to the flood crisis in Maiduguri as an example.

The former military chief noted that terrorism and banditry have been ongoing for a decade, with hundreds of lives lost and regions severely affected. The article also mentions ongoing security challenges in different parts of the country, including the assault of a National Youth Service Corps member by state vigilantes in Anambra.