Group reacts to call for emergency rule in Zamfara
The Arewa Youth Vanguard (AYV) has reacted to recent calls for a state of emergency in Zamfara State. In a statement signed by its Coordinator, Lawal Dantala Mani, the group said it is “evident that some individuals are weaponizing the successes of the Nigerian Defence Forces to further their ambitions, hoping to ascend to higher […]
The Arewa Youth Vanguard (AYV) has reacted to recent calls for a state of emergency in Zamfara State.
In a statement signed by its Coordinator, Lawal Dantala Mani, the group said it is “evident that some individuals are weaponizing the successes of the Nigerian Defence Forces to further their ambitions, hoping to ascend to higher political positions without regard for the implications of their actions on the government they serve and the national security of our beloved country.”
AYV challenged the writers of the statement to elucidate the precise authority over Nigeria’s security assets.
He said the recent improvements in security across many parts of Northern Nigeria, including the Kaduna-Abuja highway, where citizens can now travel without the paralyzing fear that once gripped them, is a testament to the efforts of our security forces.
These achievements, Mani said should be acknowledged and celebrated rather than undermined by calls for emergency measures that could further destabilize the region.
The statement reads: “The AYV is deeply concerned about the implications of such actions. By calling for emergency rule, it is not only sowing discord but also undermining the credibility of our national security framework.
“The statements raise alarms about the potential for political opportunism, especially when set against the backdrop of the broader security challenges faced by several states across the nation.
“We must sound a warning regarding the dangers of appointing individuals who lack the requisite competence and experience to serve in critical roles within our government. When individuals are driven by greed for power and excessive ambition, they risk undermining the very institutions they are meant to protect and serve.
“This is particularly troubling in the context of national security, where the stakes are incredibly high, and the consequences of mismanagement can be dire. The AYV urges the government to be vigilant in its appointments, ensuring that those who hold positions of authority are not only qualified but also committed to the welfare of the nation.”
The AYV therefore called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the National Security Adviser, and the Defence Ministry to take immediate steps to restore law and order in the state.