Politicians sponsoring Bandits against Tinubu’s government – Sen. Orji Kalu
Former Abia State governor, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, has alleged that some politicians are behind the recent rise in killings and abductions across Nigeria.
Kalu made the claim during an interview on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics. He said the pattern of insecurity suggests a political motive rather than ordinary criminal actions.
Politicians Allegedly Behind Violence
Kalu explained that the sponsors of the attacks, whom he refused to name, are determined to make President Tinubu fail in office.
He added that similar actions were carried out against former President Goodluck Jonathan.
He said the rise in insecurity usually happens during election periods, as some groups attempt to put pressure on the government in power. He noted that the situation under Jonathan followed the same trend.
Local and Foreign Interests Accused
The senator also said the growing cases of banditry and terrorism involve both local actors and foreign interests seeking to create unrest in the country.
According to him, the attacks are not random but linked to political moves ahead of the next election cycle. He argued that the pattern mirrors earlier periods when insecurity increased to weaken the sitting government.
Confidence in Tinubu’s Response
Despite his concerns, Kalu expressed confidence in President Tinubu’s handling of the security crisis.
He pointed out that the President cancelled official activities to focus fully on national security after a series of high-profile abductions.
He assured Nigerians that efforts are ongoing to rescue kidnap victims, including schoolgirls recently taken by armed groups.
Kalu added that the present situation is challenging but the government and security agencies are working tirelessly.
He praised the military and security operatives for being fully deployed to restore calm across affected areas.
