The Interim National Publicity Secretary of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Bolaji Abdullahi, has decried the worsening security situation in Nigeria, revealing that bandits and kidnappers have taken over his farmland in Kwara State.
Speaking to journalists in Ilorin on Wednesday, Mr Abdullahi expressed deep concern about rising criminal activity in areas such as Patigi, Ifelodun, and Babanla, saying the threats have made it impossible for him to visit his farm.
“Kwara State used to be one of the most peaceful states in Nigeria, but now, it’s no longer safe,” he said. “I have a farm in that area, and I can’t go there anymore because of insecurity.”
Mr Abdullahi, a former Minister of Youth and Sports and a prominent political voice in the North Central region, blamed the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) for what he called “policy failures” that have deepened the country’s problems.
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He accused the APC-led federal government of creating conditions that have allowed poverty, hunger, and insecurity to spread, particularly in rural areas once considered peaceful.
“Nigerians are already suffering. People know they can’t continue like this. The real work now is to convince them that we, in ADC, are truly different and can fix these problems,” he said.
Mr Abdullahi explained that the ADC offers a viable alternative to the current political structure and pledged that the party is committed to pro-people policies that prioritise safety, economic development, and social justice.
As insecurity continues to impact agricultural activities in several states, his comments highlight a broader national crisis that threatens both food security and rural livelihoods.