14/03/2024
The Subversive Tactics of Northern Cabals: A Comparison of Jonathan and Tinubu Governments
The specter of destabilization looms large over Nigeria once again as political forces in the North are now actively working to undermine the government of President Bola Tinubu. This strategy, reminiscent of past efforts to destabilize the government of Goodluck Jonathan, involves the use of banditry, herdsmen, and Boko Haram to sow chaos and insecurity.
During Goodluck Jonathan's presidency, Nigeria witnessed a sharp rise in insecurity, characterized by frequent kidnappings, killings, and attacks by Boko Haram insurgents. These acts of violence were not isolated incidents but part of a larger terror strategy employed by powerful interests in the North to undermine Jonathan's government. Similarly, under the Tinubu administration, there has been a noticeable uptick in kidnapping and killing in the North, suggesting a coordinated effort to create instability and erode confidence in the government.
Banditry, herdsmen attacks, and Boko Haram insurgency have been the weapons of choice for the North seeking to destabilize Tinubu's government. The North operate with impunity, striking fear into the hearts of citizens and undermining the government's ability to maintain law and order. By exploiting existing fault lines and grievances, these groups are able to sow discord and division, weakening the fabric of society with terror and blackmail.
The tactics used against Jonathan's government ultimately proved effective, leading to a breakdown in security and contributing to his loss in the 2015 elections. Ironically, history is about to repeat itself as North has deployed the same terror strategic used against Jonathan’s government to weaken Tinubu’s administration before international community.
To combat the threat posed by Northern cabals, the Tinubu government must adopt a multifaceted approach that addresses both the symptoms and root causes of Northern intentional blackmail using terror.
The parallels between the strategies employed against Jonathan and Tinubu's governments are striking, underscoring the need for a proactive and comprehensive response to the current threats and blackmail from the North. By learning from the past and taking decisive action, the Tinubu government can overcome the Northern use of abduction, terror to hold government to ransom.
Family Writers Press International.
