Corruption Fuels Kidnapping And Banditry In The North, Says Vice President Shettima

Corruption Fuels Kidnapping And Banditry In The North, Says Vice President Shettima

In a candid revelation, Vice President Kashim Shettima has attributed the crisis of insecurity and rampant banditry in the northern regions of Nigeria to corrupt governance…..CONTINUE READING

Speaking at the 10th Annual Sir Ahmadu Bello Foundation lecture and award hosted by Borno State governor, Prof Babagana Umara Zulum, Shettima emphasized the detrimental impact of corruption on the country’s security landscape.

Represented by his Special Adviser on Political Affairs, Hakeem-Baba Ahmed, Vice President Shettima asserted that leaders cannot combat theft, banditry, and kidnapping effectively if they themselves engage in corruption. He called for a return to the legacy of accountability, fairness, and probity left by Sardauna, expressing disappointment at the deviation from these principles by current leaders.

Governor Babagana Umara Zulum of Borno State echoed Shettima’s sentiments, stating that corruption is a major impediment to the nation’s progress. He urged leaders to prioritize good governance as a crucial step towards addressing the myriad challenges facing the country.

The call for improved governance and ethical leadership resonated further as Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Tijjani Muhammad-Bande, urged policymakers to tackle the abuse of power and insecurity challenges plaguing the nation. He underscored the importance of teamwork, resilience, and commitment to fostering education, agriculture, and infrastructural development.

Meanwhile, the Southern Kaduna Christian Leaders Association (SCKLA) commended the Nigerian Army for its peace-building efforts in the region but urged further action to secure communities bedeviled by killings and property destruction. As concerns over security rise, the call for ethical leadership and effective governance takes center stage in addressing the multifaceted challenges confronting Nigeria.