Nollywood actress May Edochie has weighed in on the alarming rate of kidnapping and banditry in the country.
On her Instagram page, she expressed her belief that the Nigerian government is competent in dealing with kidnapping and banditry and can address the problem effectively. However, the question is why innocent citizens have to suffer the devastating consequences of insecurity.
She noted Nigeria’s remarkable capacity during the Ebola outbreak and the COVID-19 pandemic. According to her, these showed that when there is urgency, coordination, and commitment, Nigeria can respond effectively to major national crises.
“I strongly do not believe the Nigerian government is incompetent in dealing with kidnapping and banditry. The government is aware of the problem and has the capacity to address it effectively. The question remains: Why must innocent citizens continue to suffer the devastating consequences of insecurity?
Every day, families live in fear, loved ones are abducted, and communities are traumatised. Nigerians in diaspora are scared of coming home.
Nigerians deserve not just assurances, but tangible results that restore safety, confidence, and hope.
Nigeria demonstrated remarkable capacity during the Ebola outbreak and the COVID-19 pandemic. These experiences showed that when there is urgency, coordination, and commitment, Nigeria can respond effectively to major national crises.
This is a call on the government to apply the same level of determination, coordination, and strategic action to the fight against kidnapping, bandits, and insecurity.
Nigeria has the intelligence and capability to stop banditry, kidnapping, and insecurity. We need the government to do the needful”.
Yvonne Jegede accused the Nigerian government of lacking a sense of humanity. She called out the president and his wife, saying that Nigerians aren’t doormats nor people they can easily prey on.
Muyiwa Ademola wrote a note to the Nigerian government, saying Nigerians are grieving at this moment and calling on the government to help us. He said that all Nigerians want is adequate protection for their lives.
Veteran Hilda Dokubo, while calling for urgent government action and empathy, slammed the president for being detached from citizens’ suffering. The veteran stressed that she was more concerned about whether the government can effectively protect lives and property, adding that this is the question many Nigerians want answered.
Adeniyi Johnson had voiced his frustration, questioning why many Nigerians now live in fear. The actor pondered how the country arrived at its current state, noting that Nigerians were promised peace of mind but now struggle with fear and uncertainty.
Funke Akindele, while expressing heartbreak, urged the government to do more to protect the children and secure schools. She stressed that no family deserves to live in fear and sent her thoughts and prayers to the affected families.
Lateef Adedimeji called on the government to address the ongoing crises in the country. He noted that the election is around the corner and that they’re making promises again. He further noted how innocent children are in the loins of daredevils, yet it’s business as usual for them.
Kunle Remi noted that despite the happenings in the country, election campaigns and preparations continue, and bloggers are posting as if everything is normal. Kunle prayed that we may never become so used to tragedy that we stop feeling it.
