Yoruba Union Accuses Tinubu of Prioritising 2027 Politics Over Nigeria’s Security Crisis

A Yoruba socio-cultural organisation, Yoruba Union Ìgbìnmó Májékóbájé Ilé-Yorùbá, has accused President Bola Tinubu of focusing more on his 2027 re-election ambitions than addressing the worsening insecurity and mass kidnappings affecting communities across Nigeria.

In a statement issued on Sunday by the group’s Convener, Olusola Badero, and signed by its Home Director, Princess Balogun, the organisation expressed concern over rising attacks, kidnappings, and killings across several parts of the country.

The union alleged that while many Nigerians remain in the custody of terrorists and kidnappers, the government appears more concerned with political calculations ahead of the next general election.

According to the statement, communities in parts of the South-West, Kwara South, Kogi, and Borno continue to experience repeated attacks and abductions, with schools and rural settlements becoming increasingly vulnerable.

The group specifically referenced recent attacks in parts of Oyo State, where several students and teachers were reportedly abducted during coordinated assaults on schools in Oriire Local Government Area.

The union also alleged that a teacher identified as Michael Oyedokun was killed during the incident, while other victims remain in captivity.

It criticised the Federal Government’s handling of insecurity, claiming that official responses have largely been limited to public statements without sufficient action to stop the attacks.

The organisation further urged Nigerians to avoid voting based on ethnic, religious, or sentimental considerations in future elections, insisting that leadership should be judged by competence, compassion, and commitment to public welfare.

The group also raised concerns over ongoing ransom payments and the continued reintegration of repentant terrorists into communities previously affected by violence.

According to the statement, many Nigerians remain frustrated by the increasing wave of kidnappings, attacks on schools, and insecurity in rural areas despite repeated assurances from authorities.

The Federal Government has not officially responded to the allegations made by the union at the time of filing this report.

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