Disgruntled politicians importing bandits into Nigeria — Prelate Emeritus Kanu Uche raises alarm
Prelate Emeritus of the Methodist Church Nigeria, Kanu Uche, has raised a serious alarm over Nigeria’s deepening insecurity, alleging that disgruntled politicians are behind the importation of bandits and hoodlums into the country.
Uche made the claim against the backdrop of rising cases of banditry, kidnappings, and violent attacks across the country, warning that the situation may be more politically driven than widely perceived.
According to him, some political actors, driven by desperation and personal ambition, are allegedly facilitating the influx of criminal elements to destabilize the nation.
“Disgruntled politicians are importing bandits and hoodlums into Nigeria,” Uche said, warning that such actions pose a grave threat to national unity and security.
The cleric stressed that Nigeria’s worsening security crisis cannot be divorced from internal sabotage, insisting that the role of powerful individuals enabling violence must not be ignored.
He called on the Federal Government and security agencies to urgently investigate the allegation and bring anyone found culpable to justice, emphasizing that the consequences of inaction could be dire.
“This country must not allow individuals to weaponise insecurity for political gain,” he warned.
Uche further urged political leaders to place national interest above personal ambition, noting that continued violence and instability could erode public trust and weaken the country’s democratic foundations.
Nigeria has in recent years battled persistent insecurity, particularly in the North-West and other regions plagued by armed groups, raising concerns about the sources of weapons, funding, and coordination of such criminal networks.
Security analysts say claims like Uche’s, while requiring verification, underscore the urgent need for improved intelligence, tighter border controls, and greater political accountability.
