Alhassan Ado Doguwa insecurity: House of Representatives member urges legislative emergency to tackle Nigeria’s worsening security crisis
Alhassan Ado Doguwa, member of the House of Representatives, has called for a legislative emergency to address Nigeria’s escalating insecurity.
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Doguwa made the appeal during plenary presided over by Speaker Abbas Tajudeen.
The lawmaker lamented that the current performance of security agencies falls short of public expectations.
“Yes, the government is doing its best. The security agencies are doing their best. But with every sense of responsibility and without fear of equivocation, their best is not good enough. The security situation in Nigeria today is horrific. It is tragic. It is devastating, especially in the North,” Doguwa said.
Highlighting the nationwide impact, he noted that communities are gripped with fear as killings, kidnappings, and banditry persist.
“The fundamental responsibility of any government is the security of lives and property. What we have today is like failed security. Nigeria is operating under what looks like a war against humanity,” he added.
Doguwa emphasised that the crisis transcends religion, ethnicity, and political affiliation, describing it as “a collective national challenge” designed to demoralise the state.
He warned that insecurity could threaten the peaceful conduct of future elections, particularly as the country approaches the 2027 general elections.
“As we approach 2027, how do we expect peaceful elections when communities are engulfed in banditry and kidnappings? Farmers cannot go to the farm. Traders cannot go to the market. Worshippers cannot go to mosques or churches. Then what are we legislating for?” he questioned.
The lawmaker urged the House to move beyond motions and debates, intensifying oversight functions and considering a temporary suspension of regular legislative activities to focus on the security crisis.
“We can even declare a legislative emergency. Close the House if necessary. Who are we legislating for when the country is running in blood and tears?” he said.
Doguwa also encouraged lawmakers to take proactive roles in their constituencies, strengthening local vigilante groups and civil security structures.
He cited his own constituency in southern Kano, particularly Polgore, where kidnappings and banditry have become frequent.
“What used to be a tourist attraction has now become like an extension of Sambisa Forest. Kidnappings have become a daily occurrence, like a prescribed drug taken morning, afternoon and night,” he lamented.
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Despite his criticism, Doguwa reaffirmed loyalty to the ruling party and President Bola Tinubu’s administration, stating, “I have not lost hope in the Renewed Hope agenda. I remain a proud member of the APC.”
