Former Senator Shehu Sani has stated that security agencies in certain African countries that share borders with Nigeria are more dedicated to their responsibilities compared to those in Nigeria.
He made this assertion in a post on his official social media account. Sani raised a valid question as to why citizens in countries like Benin Republic, Niger, Chad, and Cameroon are not being abducted for ransom like in Nigeria.
He believes that the security personnel in these countries are more skilled and efficient, resulting in the safety of their citizens.
He criticized the nation’s current security issue, claiming that abduction had become a lucrative industry.
The post reads, “If ransom is not paid to kidnappers, the lives of the hostages are at risk. If ransom is paid to kidnappers, it encourages other kidnappers to abduct more and makes the business of kidnapping more lucrative.
“Families of the victims of kidnappings will do anything to get their loved ones released in the event of the helplessness and hopelessness of the security agencies.
“Why are there no kidnappings for ransom in Benin Republic, Niger, Chad and Cameroon? Because their security agencies are more serious and professional in the execution of their duties.”
