APM Leader Ajadi Blames Tinubu for Rising Insecurity, Calls for Resignation

Ajadi Oguntoyinbo, a leader of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM), blames the rise in insecurity in Nigeria on President Bola Tinubu.

He said the federal government must take full responsibility for the kidnappings and violent crimes happening across the country. This follows the recent kidnapping of pupils, teachers, and residents in Esiele and Yawota communities in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State.

The recent incident in Oyo has raised fears about safety in parts of Nigeria’s South-west.

In a chat with reporters, Ajadi, who is contesting for the Oyo Central Senate seat, said that the continuous attacks on citizens raise serious doubts about the effectiveness of the country’s security system and leadership.

"No government can claim success when citizens live in fear of abduction, attacks, and violent crimes," he said.

"Any president who cannot secure his citizens is not worth being president."

Ajadi then urged President Tinubu to take responsibility for the growing insecurity and think about stepping down.

"Resign honourably now, Mr President. The money collected from the removal of fuel subsidy has not been effectively used to tackle insecurity," he said.

He described the Oriire incident as a painful reminder of the security issues facing everyday Nigerians, despite the government’s repeated promises.

Ajadi also mentioned earlier comments by Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde about the limits of governors in handling security. He pointed out that governors are often blamed for security failures, even though they do not have direct control over key federal security agencies.

He argued that the rise in kidnappings and violent crimes in the South-west shows the need for better cooperation between federal and state governments, improved intelligence gathering, and a more decentralized approach to security operations.

Ajadi warned that the ongoing insecurity is affecting economic growth, investment, and farming.

"Without good security, no business will thrive. Investors will not put their money in a place where lives and investments are not safe. Farmers cannot work their lands in peace, traders cannot move their goods freely, and businesses cannot grow where crime is allowed to flourish," he said.

He suggested hiring more security personnel, using modern surveillance technology, building stronger intelligence networks, improving the welfare of security operatives, and enforcing tougher penalties against criminals and security officers who support crime.

For Ajadi, the incident highlights a larger national security crisis that needs strong leadership, institutional changes, and a renewed commitment from all levels of government to protect lives and property in Nigeria.