Ex-Militant Amagbein Urges Calm Ahead of 2027 Elections

Endur Amagbein, a former Niger Delta ex-militant and philanthropist, called on Nigerians to remain calm and support ongoing efforts by federal security agencies to combat insecurity as the country approaches the 2027 general elections. In a statement issued to journalists in Abuja on Monday, Amagbein, popularly known as Adaka Boro II, acknowledged the pain caused by rising cases of kidnapping, banditry, and violent crime across Nigeria.

He expressed optimism that the country could overcome its security challenges through collective action. Amagbein alleged that some opposition politicians were exploiting insecurity to discredit President Bola Tinubu's administration, claiming that they had previously benefited from the government but later turned against it for personal interests.

He urged Nigerians not to lose faith in their country and to join the fight against insecurity, emphasizing that President Tinubu is not complicit in the current security crisis and has made rigorous efforts to combat these issues.