Religious Leader Proposes Local Hunters as Solution to Banditry
In an exclusive interview conducted on 29 November 2025, prominent religious leader Prophet Sam Olu Alo has presented a compelling case for involving local hunters in Nigeria's fight against banditry and terrorism. The Planter of Christ Apostolic Church (CAC) Adamimogo Grace of Mercy Prayer Mountain Worldwide and Founder of Adamimogo FM Nigeria spoke extensively about the nation's security challenges during the early morning interview at 2:01am WAT.
The cleric emphasized that genuine local hunters possess unique capabilities that make them indispensable in securing rural communities and farmlands currently terrorized by criminal elements. According to Prophet Olu Alo, these hunters have deep knowledge of forest terrain, traditional skills, and the courage needed to confront armed bandits effectively.
Traditional Knowledge Versus Modern Security Challenges
Prophet Olu Alo strongly advocated for the formal integration of local hunters into national security operations. "Truth be told, only authentic local hunters possess the traditional means to deal with the menace in rural areas and religious communities," the cleric stated during the interview conducted by Dennis Erezi.
The religious leader urged government authorities, faith-based organizations, and traditional rulers to provide adequate support to these hunters, enabling them to work alongside police and other security operatives. He argued that this collaborative approach would create a more comprehensive security framework capable of addressing the unique challenges of Nigeria's rural landscapes.
Spiritual Solutions and National Moral Reckoning
Beyond practical security measures, Prophet Olu Alo addressed the spiritual dimensions of Nigeria's challenges. He proposed corporate prayers involving all genuine religious leaders across denominations, suggesting that such unified spiritual intervention could produce miraculous results within 24 hours if conducted with sincerity and faith.
The cleric identified several fundamental moral issues contributing to Nigeria's predicament:
- Lack of truth in personal and public life
- Absence of genuine love among citizens and leaders
- Hypocrisy in leadership and religious institutions
- Failure to appreciate good leadership when it emerges
- Collaboration with criminals by some community members
Prophet Olu Alo particularly highlighted how political leaders take oaths with religious texts but rarely face accountability through these moral frameworks in their subsequent governance.
Structural Reforms and Security Infrastructure
The religious leader pointed to significant gaps in Nigeria's security architecture, including inadequate data systems, poor surveillance infrastructure, and incomplete security records. These deficiencies, he argued, make criminal activities like kidnapping easier to perpetrate.
For long-term solutions, Prophet Olu Alo recommended:
- Regional system of government with autonomous regions forming a federation
- Multiple regional security agencies to address local needs
- Better equipment and motivation for security forces
- Improved infrastructure in power, agriculture, and vocational training
The cleric observed that while some political leaders may have good intentions, their appointees often fail to implement beneficial policies. He noted that heavy financial allocations reach state governors, yet little trickles down to benefit ordinary citizens.
Unity Amid Diversity and Religious Cooperation
Addressing calls for Nigeria's disintegration, Prophet Olu Alo pointed to large, successful nations like China, India, America, and Russia as examples of how unity contributes to greatness. He attributed Nigeria's problems not to size but to attitude, noting that "we destroy faster than we build."
While expressing support for peaceful coexistence, the cleric acknowledged that if Yoruba self-governance could guarantee lasting peace, he wouldn't oppose it. However, he cautioned that disintegration alone doesn't guarantee progress, emphasizing that values remain essential regardless of political structures.
Regarding religious leaders' role in national security, Prophet Olu Alo called for unity among Nigeria's three major faiths—traditional, Islam, and Christianity. He revealed that his Adamimogo stations sometimes face criticism from Christians for airing Muslim programs, but he believes such interfaith cooperation is essential for national harmony.
The cleric concluded that Nigeria's path to security and development lies in truth, love, unity, and practical community-based strategies. By empowering traditional hunters, fostering sincere religious cooperation, and ensuring transparent governance, Nigeria can reclaim its peace and prosperity if both leaders and citizens embrace responsibility and moral integrity.
