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LordIsaac:
I agree with Dalung on this.

This Dalung guy is such a disgrace no wonder he performed very poorly as a minister during the Buhari era. A mere critics of the government does not in many cases have to hide his identity or disguise his whereabouts. Criminals take time to plan their actions are very much conscious of being caught. They do everything possible to remain in the dark. Most of these criminals make use of the phones of their victims to make contacts and communicate while in operation. Most tracking information such as IMEI numbers are not easily available to the states security authorities. NIN and other registered personal data's with the NCC linked to just phone numbers. Apps like google map, location finder and others can be easily disabled or put off.
It is so unfortunate that we are experiencing this high level of insecurity in Nigeria today, but the solution certainly will require all stakeholders holders including the general public to come together to successfully address this menace. We should not allow politics to take charge of the situation.
The poor and bais journalism in Nigeria is not helping matters. We need security experts to feature as a guest in national TVs to intelligently address the real issues, instead Arise prefer someone like Dalung a bittered opposition politician to come speak on security matters. Really so unfortunate.

Let's all unite #UniteAgainstTerror😡😡😡😡

Image123:
dumb logic as usual. We all know how inefficient this fellow is.
Tracing ip address is different from tracking kidnappers. An irresponsible person in a house in Abuja with a phone is a sitting duck, compared to an irresponsible person with guns, a group of other irresponsible people, human shields and constant movement across states in the wild.
commonsense

#Lesson- Don’t be an irresponsible low hanging fruit, you'd be picked.

You guys are always passionate when defending failure of your paymasters.

Godfullsam:
The same dalung that was whining and dining with APC when he was a minister.

When He was part of this government in the last administration he could say anything.

Does it mean that what he said is false, though?

This guy called Image123, my prayer for u is , let either ur family, brothers or sisters or wife or kids go through thesame things those innocent children are going through in the hands of these EVIL MEN cos ur support of this EVIL REGIME IS TOO ANNOYING

CodeTemplar:
Same way they have men & mobility to quell protesst in all 36 states but not to go after 50 terrorist at a time.

It is false to suggest the security agencies are sitting idle or fighting terrorism blindly. They are already using drones, air surveillance, and precision strikes to track and disrupt terrorist operations. The problem is not total inaction; the problem is that the threat has also evolved, with insurgents themselves now using armed drones and adapting faster than before. Reuters, AP, and other reporting show both realities at once: the military is actively striking and foiling attacks, but the insurgents remain dangerous and adaptive.

Jeezuzpick:
Does it mean that what he said is false, though?

Yes , it is false . Nigeria’s security agencies are already using advanced surveillance and air power, including drone-supported operations, to track, disrupt, and strike terrorist positions. Reuters reported in March 2026 that Nigerian troops, backed by precision airstrikes, repelled a major Boko Haram/ISWAP assault on a military base in Mallam Fatori, killing at least 80 insurgents after anticipating the attack. AP reported the same operation and noted that the attackers themselves used armed drones, while the military responded with air support.

There is also evidence that Nigeria is expanding this capability. Punch reported in May 2026 that the Army had acquired advanced TP-2 combat drones while the Air Force carried out fresh strikes on terrorist positions in Borno. The Ministry of Defence also said in May that the federal government is committed to modernising the Armed Forces through technology and local capacity development.

sleeknaija:
You guys are always passionate when defending failure of your paymasters.

please go and do a basic research. The assertion is verifiale falsehood y a misguided and so irresponsible to turn insecurity to 2027 campaign material.

Ofunaofu:
https://www.google.com/amp/s/punchng.com/govt-can-track-critics-in-minutes-but-fails-to-track-terrorists-dalung/%3famp

This is the gospel truth spoken...

willyben:
This guy called Image123, my prayer for u is , let either ur family, brothers or sisters or wife or kids go through thesame things those innocent children are going through in the hands of these EVIL MEN cos ur support of this EVIL REGIME IS TOO ANNOYING

And my prayer for all those of you turning insecurity into campaign material be cursed for your evil and satanic ation. that all your 'ur family, brothers or sisters or wife or kids go through thesame things those innocent children are going through in the hands of these EVIL MEN you are the ones that are evil and that will be punished. by the way, here is the truth: Criticize government failure where it exists, but do not lie that the security agencies are doing nothing. Drone-supported surveillance, precision airstrikes, and upgraded combat systems are already in use. The battlefield is active, the enemy is evolving, and the state is responding — however imperfectly. Politics should not erase facts.

CharlesCNG:
please go and do a basic research. The assertion is verifiale falsehood y a misguided and so irresponsible to turn insecurity to 2027 campaign material.

Voting for a candidate isn't supposed to be based on your scorecard? Scorecard on how you resolved issues affecting the country.

So as a contestant, if you are unable to proof to the masses that u are capable of resolving issues such as insecurity, inflation, unemployment and so on, why should they vote for u?

Their tongues are always tied whenever they are in power and suddenly become outspoken soon as they toss them out..all naija politicians na the same thing...they don't talk while eating..

KomonSense:
The government need to prove to us by their actions that they are not the one sponsoring the bandits and terrorists.

Criticize government failure where it exists, but do not lie that the security agencies are doing nothing. Drone-supported surveillance, precision airstrikes, and upgraded combat systems are already in use. The battlefield is active, the enemy is evolving, and the state is responding — however imperfectly. Politics should not erase facts.

CharlesCNG:
please go and do a basic research. The assertion is verifiale falsehood y a misguided and so irresponsible to turn insecurity to 2027 campaign material.

Is it not the same insecurity material your APC used against Jonathan in 2015 election?

You guys are not yest ready to face the reality. Keep packaging failure.

This idiot was a minister under Buhari with highest number of terrorist killing people on farm sending millions to IDP camp
Which one did ur government track down

Image123:
dumb logic as usual. We all know how inefficient this fellow is.
Tracing ip address is different from tracking kidnappers. An irresponsible person in a house in Abuja with a phone is a sitting duck, compared to an irresponsible person with guns, a group of other irresponsible people, human shields and constant movement across states in the wild.
commonsense

#Lesson- Don’t be an irresponsible low hanging fruit, you'd be picked.

With drones they can be tracked too, the government is not investing in the right mapping and GPS technology...they are still using the IP technology. Government waste money on themselves, and on fictitious elections, those money is enough to build a modern HITECH system, like the type they use to guide precision missiles etc, we need to map out our whole territorial space.

It is not everytime that we knock our security agencies,let us encourage them when they do well.
Werey,those bandits they caught in Abuja,na your yansh dem take track them?
While there are some bad eggs among our security agencies,we should acknowledge that they are currently trying going by the number of bandits and terrorists they have been able to track and arrest.
I just hope that they do more to delete insecurity in Nigeria.

LordIsaac:
I agree with Dalung on this.

You are agreeing to complete verifiable falsehood. Google is your friend but some of you are so intellectually lazy that you cannot do basic fact check.
It is false to suggest the security agencies are sitting idle or fighting terrorism blindly. They are already using drones, air surveillance, and precision strikes to track and disrupt terrorist operations. The problem is not total inaction; the problem is that the threat has also evolved, with insurgents themselves now using armed drones and adapting faster than before. Reuters, AP, and other reporting show both realities at once: the military is actively striking and foiling attacks, but the insurgents remain dangerous and adaptive.

Ritchiee:
It is not everytime that we knock our security agencies,let us encourage them when they do well.
Werey,those bandits they caught in Abuja,na your yansh dem dey track them?
While there are some bad eggs among our security agencies,we should acknowledge that they currently trying going by the number of bandits and terrorists they have been able to track and arrest.
I just hope that they do more to delete insecurity in Nigeria.

Thanks bro.
To say government is complicit in insecurity as if soldiers and security personnel are also arranging their own deaths is not only illogical, it is unfair and unpatriotic. Our troops are dying in the line of duty, our officers are being ambushed, and many families are burying sons who wore the uniform of this country. You may criticize government strategy, demand better leadership, better equipment, and better results — that is your democratic right. But do not insult the sacrifice of our soldiers by talking as if they are partners in the evil that is killing them. A nation that mocks its own defenders weakens itself twice: first before the enemy, and then before its own conscience.

All this Sensational News, From FORMER Minister,Who Could not give their Own Performance Cards ♦️♠️- When they Were in Power - is What We have Constantly On This Nairaland Forum !
Can Una Dalung,as A FORMER Minister - Tell Nigerians his Own Achievements when in Power ⁉️
- How many National And International Trophies Did he Won for Nigeria?
- How Many AFCON,
- World Cup Championship 🏆 did he Won for Nigeria.
•What Was the Budgets Money 💰 and
•Why Was his Glass House Always on the News for Missing MONEY 🤑.
-Most of his ADC -Association Of Deficient Comrades Members - Are FORMER -Politicians that have lost POWER and are doing everything,to remain relevant - when NIGERIANS have since moved!
• The Facts and TRUTH are There For All NIGERIANS To See ,
If it's these FORMER' POLITICIANS - that Could Not Moved Nigeria Forward ⏩ is What we Need and their Corruption Portfolios Baggage 🛄 Are too full for Nigerians to Carry 🥵.

brain54:
He is right 💯 no doubt...


But these politicians only speak out when they are not in power or when they feel threatened by the problems they created or failed to solve while in power!

bash Ali is a living witness.the way this Dalung frustrated him ehn, so tey I pity bash Ali .they even pushed him out of the sport ministry in one of his numerous visits.bash Ali was so frustrated.Exact same way Dalung is now frustrated he isn't in power.Life na turn by turn

Ofunaofu:
https://www.google.com/amp/s/punchng.com/govt-can-track-critics-in-minutes-but-fails-to-track-terrorists-dalung/%3famp

mr dalung u and ur buhari brought in this terrorist and for the record 2 terrorist were just apprehended after brandishing weapons etc on tiktok

CharlesCNG:
Yes , it is false . Nigeria’s security agencies are already using advanced surveillance and air power, including drone-supported operations, to track, disrupt, and strike terrorist positions. Reuters reported in March 2026 that Nigerian troops, backed by precision airstrikes, repelled a major Boko Haram/ISWAP assault on a military base in Mallam Fatori, killing at least 80 insurgents after anticipating the attack. AP reported the same operation and noted that the attackers themselves used armed drones, while the military responded with air support.

There is also evidence that Nigeria is expanding this capability. Punch reported in May 2026 that the Army had acquired advanced TP-2 combat drones while the Air Force carried out fresh strikes on terrorist positions in Borno. The Ministry of Defence also said in May that the federal government is committed to modernising the Armed Forces through technology and local capacity development.

Very good!

Can the kindly use the same technology to track the kidnapped children?

CharlesCNG:
Thanks bro.
To say government is complicit in insecurity as if soldiers and security personnel are also arranging their own deaths is not only illogical, it is unfair and unpatriotic. Our troops are dying in the line of duty, our officers are being ambushed, and many families are burying sons who wore the uniform of this country. You may criticize government strategy, demand better leadership, better equipment, and better results — that is your democratic right. But do not insult the sacrifice of our soldiers by talking as if they are partners in the evil that is killing them. A nation that mocks its own defenders weakens itself twice: first before the enemy, and then before its own conscience.

Then, their killers get fed, clothed, housed, and released, instead of being summarily executed.

Don't forget that.

Thanks.

CharlesCNG:
It is false to suggest the security agencies are sitting idle or fighting terrorism blindly. They are already using drones, air surveillance, and precision strikes to track and disrupt terrorist operations. The problem is not total inaction; the problem is that the threat has also evolved, with insurgents themselves now using armed drones and adapting faster than before. Reuters, AP, and other reporting show both realities at once: the military is actively striking and foiling attacks, but the insurgents remain dangerous and adaptive.

I dont believe this story. The terrorists are deliberately being allowed to look strong and thus an undefeated enemy that must negotiated with. The evidences spoints towards that.

UncleAyo:
I'm not supprised.
The government need to prove to us by their actions that they are not the one sponsoring the bandits and terrorists.


I wrote this and others are already contributing too on the thread.
What Practical Steps Should Southwest States Take Against Banditry and Terrorism?
https://www.nairaland.com/8685199/what-practical-steps-should-southwest

Please, make your suggestion also on that thread. An authorised person may be reading this too and your contributions will be of help

For me

1. Establish a Comprehensive Resident Identity System

The Each State Government should develop a comprehensive resident identity and address verification system to improve security, planning, and service delivery. Every resident should be encouraged to register through a centralized database linked to verified residential addresses. This system will assist law enforcement agencies in identifying criminal elements, tracking suspicious activities, and improving emergency response capabilities while respecting constitutional rights and privacy protections.

2. Registration and Regulation of Herders

All herders operating within Each State should be required to register with the State Government and the relevant Local Government Authorities before engaging in grazing or livestock activities. Registration should include biometric identification, location of operation, livestock records, and compliance with state regulations. This measure will promote accountability, reduce farmer-herder conflicts, and help security agencies identify unauthorized or suspicious activities.

3. Monitoring and Prevention of Violent Extremism

The government should strengthen collaboration between security agencies, community leaders, and religious organizations to identify and prevent violent extremism. Authorities should monitor and investigate individuals or organizations suspected of supporting terrorism, radicalization, or violent activities, regardless of religious affiliation. Any person found to be promoting or financing terrorism should face prosecution in accordance with Nigerian law.

4. Promote Agricultural Self-Sufficiency

Each Southwest State should invest heavily in agriculture to enhance food security and create employment opportunities. Government support should include access to improved seedlings, mechanized farming, irrigation systems, agricultural training, storage facilities, and access to markets. Increased agricultural productivity will reduce economic vulnerabilities and strengthen rural communities.

5. Develop a Community and Neighbourhood Intelligence Network

A structured neighbourhood intelligence network should be established across communities in each state State. Residents, community leaders, traditional institutions, and security agencies should work together to identify emerging security threats and share relevant information. Such a system should operate within legal frameworks and emphasize the protection of citizens' rights.

6. Eliminate Illegal Settlements in Deep Forest Areas

The government should conduct a comprehensive survey of forest reserves and remote settlements. Unauthorized settlements established in deep forests, particularly those linked to criminal activities, should be dismantled through lawful procedures. Forest reserves should be regularly monitored and patrolled to prevent their use as safe havens for kidnappers, bandits, terrorists, and other criminal groups.

7. Swift Prosecution of Serious Crimes

The State Government should strengthen collaboration with the judiciary and security agencies to ensure the swift investigation and prosecution of kidnapping, terrorism, banditry, illegal arms trafficking, and organized crime. Fast-track procedures should be considered for cases involving serious threats to public safety while ensuring due process and fair trials.

8. Establish Formal Reporting Channels for Suspicious Activities

Multiple reporting channels should be created to enable citizens to report suspicious activities safely and confidentially. These channels may include dedicated hotlines, mobile applications, community liaison officers, and local security committees. Public awareness campaigns should educate citizens on how and when to report security concerns.

9. Promote Civic Education and Constitutional Values

Schools across each State should strengthen civic education programs that teach constitutional rights, responsibilities of citizenship, peaceful coexistence, tolerance, and respect for the rule of law. Young people should be equipped with the knowledge and values necessary to contribute positively to society and resist extremist influences.

10. Prosecute Incitement to Violence

The government should adopt a zero-tolerance approach toward incitement to violence, hatred, terrorism, or public disorder. Individuals who promote violence through public speeches, religious gatherings, traditional institutions, political platforms, social media, or any other means should be investigated and prosecuted according to the law, regardless of their status or background.

11. Expand Vocational and Technical Education

Each State should significantly expand vocational and technical education opportunities to equip young people with practical skills for employment and entrepreneurship. Training programs should focus on modern agriculture, information technology, construction, renewable energy, manufacturing, and other high-demand sectors. Empowering youth economically will reduce vulnerability to recruitment by criminal organizations and extremist groups.



Write your suggestions in the comment section on the thread: https://www.nairaland.com/8685199/what-practical-steps-should-southwest

Stop SPAMMING the whole front pages of Nairaland.
You must be a sort of nuisance, right?

Tenses:
How then did Isreal targeted and eliminated high profiled hamas and co terrorists all over the world.

You are just without brain matter as tinubu.

What else do you expect..like father like shiidren dem, dis one even try small if you jam burob and Yarimo, Oh lord!

CharlesCNG:
And my prayer for all those of you turning insecurity into campaign material be cursed for your evil and satanic ation. that all your 'ur family, brothers or sisters or wife or kids go through thesame things those innocent children are going through in the hands of these EVIL MEN you are the ones that are evil and that will be punished. by the way, here is the truth: Criticize government failure where it exists, but do not lie that the security agencies are doing nothing. Drone-supported surveillance, precision airstrikes, and upgraded combat systems are already in use. The battlefield is active, the enemy is evolving, and the state is responding — however imperfectly. Politics should not erase facts.

Thank you. i suspect God will answer your prayers. He doesn't listen to terrorists like that other fellow.

What a sensible and constructive criticism from Barrister Solomon Darling!

sleeknaija:
You guys are always passionate when defending failure of your paymasters.

The Nigeria Police Force presents a compelling account of an 18-month intelligence-led investigation by the Force Intelligence Department – Special Tactical Squad, culminating in the arrest of a notorious syndicate linked to kidnapping, armed robbery, and extortion within the… pic.twitter.com/l0YH4ri8UY

— Nigeria Police Force (@PoliceNG) June 6, 2026

On site is different from online.

Jeezuzpick:
Very good!

Can the kindly use the same technology to track the kidnapped children?

If it were that simple, no country in the world would still have kidnappings. Drones and surveillance technology are powerful tools, but they are not magic. They work best when there is timely intelligence, clear coordinates, usable terrain, communication intercepts, and enough care to avoid killing the very victims you are trying to rescue. Terrorists move hostages through forests, villages, and human shields. So yes, the technology should be used — and it is being used — but rescue operations are not video games. The goal is not just to find children; it is to bring them back alive.