Mukhtar Shagari, the former Deputy Governor of Sokoto State, has disclosed that President Bola Tinubu is losing sleep over the escalating insecurity across Nigeria. Speaking on Arise Television’s Morning Show on Thursday, Shagari emphasized that the president is deeply troubled by the safety challenges facing the nation.
He pointed out that while each state has a security vote, these funds should be redirected toward establishing state police forces. According to Shagari, there can be no justification for failing to protect lives and property, as Nigerians grow increasingly anxious about their safety.
“The president hardly gets a good night’s rest because of the security situation. He is profoundly worried about the well-being of Nigerians, but security cannot be left solely to the federal government,” Shagari stated.
He urged states to take more proactive roles in supporting the president, the military, and other security agencies to combat insecurity. This, he argued, would enable citizens to travel without fear, go about their daily routines, and sleep peacefully.