The House of Representatives has summoned the nation’s service chiefs and the National Security Adviser, NSA, Nuhu Ribadu, to appear before lawmakers over the worsening security situation across the country.
The decision was reached during Tuesday’s plenary following the adoption of a motion sponsored by Hon. Sulaiman Gumi, who represents the Gummi/Bukkuyum Federal Constituency of Zamfara State.
The lawmakers expressed concern over the increasing wave of banditry, terrorism, kidnappings, and killings affecting several parts of Nigeria, and are seeking explanations from the country’s top security officials on measures being taken to address the crisis.
The summons comes amid growing public concern over persistent attacks by armed groups, which have claimed lives and led to the abduction of many citizens across the country.
There have also been renewed calls from some quarters for President Bola Tinubu to review the nation’s security leadership and consider changes among the service chiefs as efforts continue to tackle the security challenges.
