ADC chieftain Kenneth Okonkwo has disclosed what he described as an early recommendation he made to President Bola Tinubu’s administration on tackling Nigeria’s worsening insecurity, arguing that the government’s current struggles stem partly from its refusal to embrace reforms it once championed.
Speaking on on SYMFONI Television on Wednesday June 3rd, 2026, Okonkwo pushed back against claims that opposition figures merely criticise government policies without offering alternatives, insisting that practical solutions have been available since the beginning of the administration.
According to him, one of the first issues he addressed after Tinubu assumed office was the country’s security architecture, which he believes remains ill-equipped to confront the growing threat of banditry, terrorism and kidnapping.
“From the very first day Tinubu came to power, I proffered a solution to insecurity,” Okonkwo said during the interview.
The former Labour Party spokesman argued that the solution lies in a reform long advocated by many political actors before they assumed power, accusing the current administration of abandoning a position it once vigorously supported.
He maintained that governors possess a better understanding of the security realities within their states and should be granted greater authority to respond to threats affecting their communities.
Okonkwo specifically advocated for the creation of state police, describing it as a critical step toward improving intelligence gathering, rapid response and local security coordination.
The ADC chieftain further alleged that despite previous support for the idea, the Tinubu administration has shown little commitment to implementing the policy since taking office. His remarks come amid renewed public concern over insecurity following recent kidnappings and attacks in several parts of the country….Discover More
