Bandits may remove two Nigerian govs from office – Primate Ayodele

This is a stark and urgent warning from Primate Elijah Ayodele — and while it comes from a religious and prophetic perspective, it’s echoing very real concerns about the deepening insecurity in Nigeria, especially in the northern regions.

Here’s a quick breakdown of what he’s saying and its implications:

1. Threat to Governors’ Offices: Ayodele suggests that insurgents and bandits are planning to physically overrun government houses, especially in states like Borno and Benue. This is a bold claim, but not outside the realm of possibility given the history of insurgent activity in those areas.
2. Northern Hotspots at Risk: He names Abuja, Kaduna, Yobe, and Nasarawa as areas likely to face increased attacks. These regions have seen various levels of terrorist and bandit activity, so his warning aligns with existing threats.
3. Political Undermining: He implies that some actors behind the scenes are trying to destabilize the Tinubu administration by amplifying insecurity — essentially weaponizing chaos to weaken the federal grip and leadership legitimacy.
4. Urgency for NSA Action: He puts Nuhu Ribadu in the spotlight, calling for more decisive and immediate action before things escalate further.
5. Call for Prayer and Vigilance: As expected from a religious leader, he also calls for national prayer, but notably pairs it with a call for real-time governmental action.

• If even partly accurate, the idea of insurgents attempting to “sack” governors is a massive escalation that would represent a serious breakdown in state authority.
• It reinforces the pressure on Tinubu and Ribadu to show tangible results on security — a key concern for many Nigerians already frustrated with banditry, kidnappings, and terrorism.
• Politically, if instability increases, it could shake the perception of Tinubu’s grip on power — especially in regions that are already feeling neglected or at risk.

Would you like a look at the current security situation in some of these states mentioned, or perhaps a timeline of recent attacks or government responses?