Sam Amadi, Director of the Abuja School of Social and Political Thought, says some senior Nigerian army leaders and other security decision-makers should be held accountable for persistent insecurity. Speaking on Friday during an interview on Arise Television’s “Prime Time,” Amadi linked the problem to broader issues in Nigeria’s security approach, including leadership integrity and public-sector governance.
Amadi reacted to President Bola Tinubu’s approval for the expansion of the Nigerian Army. He argued that troop expansion by itself cannot ensure improved security outcomes, saying there is “something wrong” with the country’s security strategy and morale. He stated that corruption in leadership weakens efficiency, undermines national commitment, and erodes public trust.
Amadi also suggested that the military’s use may be widening beyond traditional security roles, with references to peacekeeping and other domestic duties as criminal activity continues and roads become difficult to traverse. Both outlets report that his central message is that accountability and improved leadership are necessary alongside any security force changes.
