Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, who represents Abia North Senatorial District, has raised serious allegations against some members of Nigeria’s political elite, accusing them of sponsoring Boko Haram in a bid to destabilize the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Speaking during an interview on Politics Today, a programme aired on Channels Television on Monday, the former Abia State Governor claimed that the recent resurgence of Boko Haram is not coincidental but politically motivated. According to him, powerful individuals unhappy with the current state of governance are orchestrating the renewed wave of insurgency as part of a broader plot to seize power.
“This is not just about terrorism—this is a political war,” Kalu stated. “The people behind this are not necessarily in it for financial benefit. What they want is to collapse the current system so they can take over.”
He further asserted that the real perpetrators are members of the Nigerian political establishment, including former governors, wealthy business magnates, influential politicians, and high-ranking civil servants, whom he accused of weaponizing insecurity to serve selfish political interests.
“The political class is behind Boko Haram,” he declared. “They’re using terrorism as a tool to fight President Tinubu, just as they did with previous administrations. Their goal isn’t always monetary; many are driven purely by the thirst for power.”
Kalu expressed deep concern over what he described as a deliberate sabotage of national security, urging Nigerians to unite against divisive elements and work together to strengthen the country rather than undermine it.
He added, “If we truly see ourselves as patriots and friends of the nation, then our responsibility is to uplift Nigeria, not to destroy it for personal or political gain. We owe it to the common man to ensure peace, progress, and stability.”
The senator’s comments come at a time when national security remains a critical concern, with various regions grappling with insurgency, banditry, and other forms of unrest. His remarks are likely to stir further debate over the intersection of politics and insecurity in Nigeria.
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