Niger State Lawmakers Threaten Shutdown Over Insecurity Crisis

Lawmakers in Niger State are considering shutting down the assembly in response to the deteriorating security situation, highlighted by the abduction of students from St. Mary's Catholic School. The legislators unanimously condemned the recent abductions and warned of dire consequences if the state government fails to act within two weeks.

Speaker Abdulmalik Sarkindaji described the situation as alarming, with investors fleeing and contractors abandoning projects due to the insecurity. The lawmakers called on the federal government to intervene and mobilize resources to combat banditry and kidnapping, emphasizing the urgent need for enhanced security measures to prevent further incidents.