Security Threats Loom Over Nigerian National Assembly Amid Rising Concerns
The Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Internal Security, Garba Muhammad, raised alarm over increasing security threats to the National Assembly complex in Abuja. Recent intelligence reports indicate a surge in criminal activities targeting the complex, including cases of fake identities, car theft, and vandalism.
The warning comes amidst fears of potential terrorist attacks, with previous alerts in May 2021 signaling plans by Boko Haram to target the legislative hub. Residents in Abuja have expressed frustration over the escalating violence, including recent incidents of armed robberies and kidnappings.
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