Veteran Journalist Raises Tough Questions as Outrage Grows Over Nigeria’s Security Crisis
The tragic death of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar has triggered fresh national debate over Nigeria’s worsening security situation, with veteran journalist and media executive Dare Babarinsa demanding answers from the Federal Government.
Reacting to reports that the former Director of Defence Information was abducted and later killed by suspected criminals in Katsina State, Babarinsa described the incident as both a national tragedy and a national disgrace.
The respected media figure expressed concern that despite billions spent on national identification systems over the years, criminal elements continue to operate freely across the country without being effectively tracked or apprehended.
According to Babarinsa, the killing of General Abubakar, a man who dedicated nearly three decades of his life to serving Nigeria, exposes the frightening reality that insecurity has reached alarming levels.
He lamented that the retired military officer was not killed on the battlefield but allegedly died in the custody of criminals, a development that has shocked many Nigerians.
While acknowledging reports that the deceased’s widow was eventually released by the abductors, Babarinsa questioned why those responsible remain unidentified and at large despite the existence of several national databases.
In a statement that is already generating widespread reactions, he asked what purpose systems such as the Bank Verification Number (BVN), National Identity Number (NIN), voter registration records, and driver’s licences serve if criminal networks can still operate without fear of detection.
His remarks have reignited public discussions about the effectiveness of Nigeria’s security architecture and the integration of identity databases for intelligence gathering and crime prevention.
Babarinsa further called on the Federal Government to pay urgent attention to the security challenges facing Katsina State and other regions battling terrorism, banditry, kidnapping, and violent crime.
He warned that allowing criminals to dominate communities and instill fear among citizens could have devastating consequences for national stability and public confidence.
As Nigerians continue to mourn the loss of General Abubakar, Babarinsa’s questions echo a growing public sentiment: if technology, identity systems, and security investments exist, why do criminals still appear untouchable?
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