The pan-Yoruba group Afenifere has warned of worsening insecurity across southern Nigeria, citing a surge in kidnappings and violent attacks.
In a statement by spokesman Jare Ajayi, the group expressed concern that incidents once associated with other regions are now widespread in states like Oyo, Ogun, and Ondo.
Beyond raising alarm, Afenifere questioned the effectiveness of Nigeria’s security architecture, suggesting possible complicity among powerful actors and security personnel. The group pointed to the ease with which armed groups operate—often on motorcycles—without interception.
It also renewed calls for reforms to the National Youth Service Corps scheme, arguing that posting graduates to unfamiliar regions exposes them to unnecessary risks.
For many observers, the statement reflects growing public frustration with the government’s handling of security. Despite repeated assurances, attacks persist, communities are displaced, and confidence in state protection continues to erode.
As insecurity spreads, the pressure is mounting on authorities to move beyond rhetoric and deliver measurable results.
