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Iyabo Ojo Questions Security Agencies After Oyo Kidnap Cases

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Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo has reacted to the growing insecurity in Nigeria following recent kidnapping incidents in Oyo State, questioning the effectiveness of security agencies and the country’s military structure.

In a viral video circulating online, the actress expressed frustration over the continuous attacks by bandits and kidnappers across different parts of the country despite the presence of security operatives.

Actress Speaks On Fear And Silence

Speaking in the video, Iyabo Ojo said Nigerians have become too afraid to speak up about the worsening security situation in the country.

“This is not about APC is not doing well, Tinubu is not doing well. We ourselves are not ready because we are too afraid. We are too afraid to speak and to stand by the truth,” she said.

The actress stressed that insecurity should not be reduced to political arguments alone, insisting that citizens also have a responsibility to demand accountability and speak against violence.

Questions Over Bandit Attacks

Iyabo Ojo also questioned how armed bandits continue to invade communities, abduct residents and carry out attacks despite the presence of military personnel across the country.

She called on security agencies and the government to explain the challenges they are facing in tackling insecurity.

“What is going on? Are these people more than you military men who are supposed to be in charge of protecting the lives and property of your citizens?” she queried.

The actress added that she finds it difficult to believe that criminal groups are stronger than Nigeria’s security forces.

Video Sparks Online Reactions

Her comments have generated mixed reactions on social media, with many Nigerians agreeing with her concerns over the increasing cases of kidnappings and violent attacks nationwide.

Others argued that both citizens and the government must work together to address the country’s worsening security crisis.

The video comes amid growing outrage over recent abductions involving schoolchildren and residents in parts of Oyo State and other regions across Nigeria.

Discussions around insecurity, kidnappings and the role of security agencies continue to dominate latest Nigerian news and breaking news Nigeria today as concerns rise over public safety across the country.

 

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