Declare Emergency On Insecurity – Makarfi Tells Tinubu

Former Kaduna State Governor, Senator Ahmed Makarfi, has urged President Bola Tinubu to declare a national emergency on insecurity.

NEWSNGR reports that Makarfi, who spoke with journalists at his Kaduna residence on Sunday, said Nigeria’s worsening security situation required urgent and coordinated action across all levels of government.

“This is the longest period of uninterrupted democratic rule we have had in the country. In itself, that is an achievement. However, what democracy has delivered to the people is also a matter of concern,” he said.

Makarfi said security should become the government’s major priority, adding that safety would naturally boost economic and social development.

“The reality is that on the ground, the security challenges are becoming wider. So, for me, rather than criticising, it is rather to advise.

“The President, working together with state governments, should declare a national emergency on security. Governance should change so that the number one, two and three priorities are security in all facets,” he said.

He added, “You can’t be talking about rural electrification and so many other things when we have these security challenges. Government resources should be largely targeted at addressing insecurity.”

Ex-Governor Opposes Party Deregistration

On preparations for the 2027 elections, Makarfi opposed any move to deregister political parties.

“My personal view is that no political party should be deregistered. All those who have complied with INEC’s published guidelines should be allowed to participate in the 2027 election,” he stated.

Speaking on the crisis in the PDP, Makarfi urged party leaders to embrace reconciliation.

“I am not a factional person; I am a PDP person. What I work for is PDP,” he said.

He added, “Absolutely, PDP has a future. Among all the political parties, I think the PDP, because it is deep-rooted and not built around any individual, has a brighter future.”

Makarfi, who turns 70 in August, also ruled out seeking elective office again, saying he would rather support younger leaders.