National Leader of the African Democratic Congress for Persons with Disabilities, Dr Chike Okogwu, has warned that military action alone cannot end Nigeria’s security crisis.
In an article titled “The Man, The Rottweilers and The Marauders: Nigeria Cannot Afford to Keep Holding the Leash,” Okogwu said lasting peace requires effective governance, accountability, justice and strong leadership.
He argued that despite the sacrifices of security personnel fighting terrorism, banditry and kidnapping, insecurity persists due to governance failures, corruption, intelligence gaps and political interference.
Using the analogy of an estate owner who refused to unleash trained Rottweilers while marauders attacked, Okogwu said security forces are often deployed under restrictions, inadequate support and conflicting directives.
“Security cannot be achieved through weapons alone. Security requires effective governance, economic opportunity, community trust, technology, intelligence and justice. Most importantly, security requires leadership,” he stated.
Okogwu also highlighted the impact of insecurity on Persons with Disabilities, noting that attacks and displacement expose them to greater risks due to limited mobility and poor support systems.
He warned that the growing acceptance of violence as normal poses the greatest danger to Nigeria’s future, and urged leaders to strengthen institutions, improve accountability, support security agencies and adopt a comprehensive strategy to restore public confidence.
Nigeria’s Security Crisis Needs Governance, Not Just Guns, ADC Chieftain
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