Primate Elijah Ayodele has come down hard on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, seriously warning him over the relentless killings, kidnappings, and terror sweeping across the country.
In a strongly-worded statement signed by his media aide, Osho Oluwatosin, the outspoken cleric described the worsening insecurity as a national disgrace, especially after top government officials reportedly rushed to the United States for talks on insecurity following threats from Donald Trump.
He declared that securing the lives of Nigerians is the president’s number one duty, and if Tinubu can’t deliver, he should step aside immediately.
He stressed that the carnage tearing through the country has nothing to do with religion; both Christians and Muslims are victims.
“You have to use everything you have within your power to secure the lives of Nigerians. It’s a disgrace that we have to go and report to America, let’s be truthful and honest, Genocide isn’t a particular religion, it’s not only Christians, Muslims are also involved. The killing is general, and it’s really sad.
“Tinubu has a responsibility to protect every Nigerian regardless of religion or tribe, but what we have seen so far doesn’t seem like the president can do it. Sadly, citizens are losing confidence in their president; it’s totally a shame. If the president can’t solve insecurity, he should resign and let someone who can do it replace him.”
Ayodele also tore into National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu, accusing him of ignoring vital warnings and failing Nigerians at a critical moment.
“The NSA is always busy when it comes to listening to warnings that can protect the lives and properties of Nigerians. He doesn’t listen to intelligent advice, and this is costing the Tinubu government a lot. The president must call him to order, not for political reasons but for the sake of the innocent Nigerians.”
The prophet demanded decisive military action, relocation of top security chiefs to troubled hotspots, and a total shakeup of the federal security strategy.
“When there is insecurity everywhere will be in disarray; let the air run their aircraft in areas where we have problems. During elections, we see planes flying around; this should be done in those areas. The IGP, COAS, should relocate to these areas where we have problems.
“The DSS is doing well, the officials are proactive to a large extent, but they can’t do it on their own. They should be assisted by other forces to ensure their intelligence doesn’t go to waste.
“It is also not a time for you to ignore any prophecy, either fake or not. These terrorists sleep, they are not spirits, they shouldn’t have mercy on anyone, destroy them.”
