The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticised the federal authorities following stories that solely about seven per cent of Nigerian Military’s price range for safety gear was launched in 2025.
ADC stated it was outrageous that out of N336.76 billion authorized for safety gear within the yr, solely a paltry N16.71 billion was launched, whereas nothing was launched for key logistics, corresponding to transport and plane gasoline, in addition to army barracks.
In an announcement signed by its Nationwide Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, the get together lamented that at a time when the nation confronted unprecedented safety challenges, the federal authorities selected to pay attention assets on the upkeep of the presidential fleet whereas army plane languished as a consequence of lack of funds.
The get together described the state of affairs as an unpardonable misplacement of precedence.
ADC stated the underfunding of army gear and operations considerably defined why the safety state of affairs within the nation continued to deteriorate, with insurgents and terrorists turning into extra emboldened by the day.
The get together pointed to the latest abduction of over 400 girls and kids in Ngoshe, Borno State, the place Boko Haram issued a N5 billion ransom demand and a 72-hour ultimatum, as proof that the APC authorities had misplaced management of the struggle towards terror.
It said that within the month of April 2026 alone, greater than N12 billion was demanded in ransom by numerous rebel {groups}.
The assertion stated, ‘’At a time when Nigeria is battling widespread insecurity, this isn’t simply disturbing, it’s indefensible. It’s yet one more instance of a authorities that talks robust on safety however fails to again it up with motion.
‘’Much more alarming is that this disclosure comes as Nigerians confront yet one more nationwide tragedy.
“Experiences point out that over 400 girls and kids kidnapped in Ngoshe, Borno State are actually the topic of a N5 billion ransom demand by Boko Haram, with a 72-hour ultimatum and a chilling threat that the victims could also be dispersed and by no means seen once more if the federal government fails to behave.”
ADC said, ‘’That is the painful actuality of our nation right this moment: a rustic the place terrorists really feel daring sufficient to challenge deadlines to the state; a rustic the place tons of of residents will be held hostage whereas the federal government underfunds the very army meant to guard them.
‘’The connection between these two realities is direct. When solely a fraction of safety funds is launched, when nothing is offered for logistics like mobility and gasoline, and when gear procurement is delayed, the result’s predictable: a weakened safety system.
“And when the state appears to be like weak, those that threaten it develop stronger, with devastating penalties for abnormal Nigerians. Much more troubling is the distinction in priorities.”
Abdullahi said, “Whereas the army struggles with continual underfunding, the federal authorities has reportedly ensured full funding for the luxurious presidential air fleet loved by President Tinubu and his quick household, whilst army plane stay grounded as a consequence of a scarcity of assets.
“This paints a troubling image of a authorities that’s extra involved with consolation on the high than security on the bottom.’’
Kwara: AbdulRazaq Doles out N90m Help to Fallen Households, Injured Troopers
Kwara State Governor and Chairman, Nigeria Governors Discussion board (NGF), AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, Tuesday, supported the households of fallen troopers with N90 million.
AbdulRazaq introduced the help in Ilorin, when he paid a get-well quickly go to to 6 troopers injured in a counterterrorism operation in Kemanji, Kaiama Native Authorities Space of the state.
He stated N20 million was given to every of the households of the fallen troopers.
The governor additionally introduced a N5 million donation to every of these injured, saying, “The sacrifices of the safety forces are priceless.”
Terrorists had launched a pre-dawn assault on the Nigerian Military Army camp in Kemanji village, however suffered heavy casualty, because the troopers repelled the attackers, pushing them again with out casualty or abduction of civilians.
It was gathered that a number of of the terrorists had been eradicated within the fierce encounter by which three gallant troopers paid the supreme worth.
Commending the standard of care and the amenities on the Intensive Care Unit of the Kwara State College Educating Hospital, certainly one of his many tasks, AbdulRazaq thanked the safety forces for his or her companies to their fatherland.
The governor had earlier on Monday night, in a submit shared on his social media pages, commiserated with households of the victims.
H said, “About 3am right this moment (Monday), our gallant troopers courageously beat again a terrorists’ assault on their place in Kemanji, Kaiama. Lots of the terrorists had been neutralised by the gallant troops.
“Our courageous males not solely repelled the terrorists and prevented them from accessing the neighborhood, however in addition they ensured that nobody was kidnapped because the terrorists had meant.
“In the middle of repelling the assault, we misplaced three brave males. My honest condolences are with the households and family members of those nice males who’ve paid the supreme worth within the service of our fatherland.
“We are going to always remember them and others like them in numerous theatres throughout the nation.”
Safety Committee Urges IPOB, ESN to Lay Down Arms, Stop Banditry
A safety group, Odimma Orsu Initiative Safety Committee, urged Indigenous Folks of Biafra (IPOB) and its militia arm, Jap Safety Community (ESN), to put down their arms and abandon banditry, calling on members to embrace dialogue and lawful means in pursuing their grievances.
The committee warned that continued violence and criminality not solely threatened lives but in addition eroded peace and hindered improvement throughout affected communities.
It, nevertheless, renewed its enchantment to President Bola Tinubu and the army authorities to ascertain a base at Udeke Valley—now infamously often known as “Homicide Valley”—positioned in Uda village, Orsu Ihiteukwa, in Orsu Native Authorities Space of Imo State.
In line with the group, the once-ancient Udeke Valley has turn out to be the supreme headquarters and tactical base of IPOB.
It alleged that the enclave had been used as an abattoir the place victims had been killed and physique elements traded for ritual functions.
Talking at a press convention in Abuja on Tuesday, the spokesperson of Odimma Orsu Initiative Safety Committee, Bon Okwuasoanya, reiterated the decision for disarmament.
Okwuasoanya stated the pursuit of self-determination should not come at the price of turning Igboland right into a wasteland.
NAF Air Interdiction Eliminates A number of Terrorists in Sambisa Forest
Nigerian Air Pressure (NAF), underneath the Air Part of Operation Hadin Kai, eradicated a number of terrorists in Sambisa Forest following a precision air interdiction performed on April 19.
The air strike focused fighters hid throughout the Yuwe axis of the forest, after credible intelligence—supported by Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR)—confirmed the presence of lively terrorist parts working from fortified buildings and bunkers.
In an announcement, Director of Public Relations and Info, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, disclosed that NAF air property engaged the targets utilizing precision munitions.
The operation resulted within the destruction of the recognized buildings, the neutralisation of a number of terrorists, and the elimination of key logistics amenities, as confirmed by subsequent Battle Harm Evaluation.
Ejodame said that the sustained tempo of air operations had continued to degrade terrorist networks, leaving them more and more uncovered and disrupted, whereas mounting strain compelled them into determined and reactive actions.
Reaffirming the service’s resolve, Chief of the Air Employees, Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, said, “The Nigerian Air Pressure will maintain relentless, intelligence-driven air operations till terrorist parts are fully neutralised. We stay dedicated to the safety of our personnel, the safety of our nation, and the security of all residents.”
Aneke added that NAF would intensify precision engagements throughout the theatre of operations, sustaining decisive strain on terrorist parts whereas strictly adhering to guidelines of engagement and minimising civilian hurt.
Deji Elumoye, Chuks Okocha, Linus Aleke and Hammed Shittu
Times Nigeria