President Bola Tinubu has been urged to step down without delay as Nigeria grapples with worsening insecurity, particularly following a recent abduction incident in Oyo State. Olufemi Ajadi, the Oyo Central senatorial candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) for the 2027 general elections, made the call, condemning the government's perceived inaction and demanding accountability for the safety of citizens.
Ajadi Calls for Tinubu's Resignation
Speaking about the abduction of schoolchildren and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, Ajadi insisted that the Tinubu administration must take full responsibility for protecting citizens. He argued that the growing wave of kidnappings and violent crimes across the Southwest raises serious questions about the effectiveness of the nation's security structure and leadership.
According to Ajadi, no government can claim success when its citizens live in fear of abduction, attacks, banditry, and other violent crimes. He stated emphatically that any president who cannot secure his citizens is not fit to hold office.
In a statement sent to Legit.ng on Sunday, May 31, the APM chieftain further called on President Tinubu to take responsibility for the deteriorating security situation. He stressed that Nigerians deserve a government capable of guaranteeing the safety of lives and property.
Ajadi's Statement on Subsidy Removal
Ajadi's statement read in part: "Resign honourably now, Mr President. The money gathered through the removal of fuel subsidy has not been effectively used to curb insecurity." He expressed concern that despite significant revenue from subsidy removal, security challenges remain unaddressed.
Condemnation of Oyo Abduction
Ajadi condemned the recent abduction incident in Oriire Local Government Area near Ogbomoso, describing it as another painful reminder of the security challenges confronting ordinary Nigerians despite repeated assurances from the Federal Government. He argued that the incident validates concerns previously raised by Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde regarding limitations faced by state governors in combating insecurity.
Referencing Makinde's remarks, Ajadi noted that the governor had publicly explained that although governors are often described as chief security officers of their states, they do not possess direct operational control over the military and other critical security agencies. Ajadi recalled Makinde's position that governors can only request military intervention through the Federal Government and lack constitutional authority to command security formations independently.
Weaknesses in Security Architecture
According to Ajadi, Makinde's statement exposes a major weakness in Nigeria's security architecture, where state governments are held accountable by citizens for security failures despite lacking direct control over key security institutions. He maintained that increasing cases of kidnapping across the Southwest demonstrate the urgent need for the Federal Government to strengthen security operations, improve intelligence gathering, and provide greater support to states battling criminal activities.
Ajadi also stressed that the sacrifices made by local security outfits and state authorities would produce greater results if there were stronger collaboration among security agencies, faster emergency response systems, and greater decentralisation of security operations.
Ajadi Meets PDP G-22 Stakeholders
In related news, Legit.ng earlier reported that Ajadi, a leading gubernatorial aspirant under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo State, intensified consultations with key grassroots powerbrokers. On Sunday, he hosted members of the influential Forum of Immediate Past Party Chairmen, known as G-22, at his residence. Addressing the forum, Ajadi described the gathering as a significant moment in his political journey, acknowledging the strategic relevance of the group within the PDP's structure across the state.
