Insecurity Didn’t Start With Tinubu — Former Reps Speaker Yakubu Dogara Says

Former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara, has said Nigeria’s insecurity predates President Bola Tinubu’s administration, blaming years of porous borders, illegal arms proliferation, youth unemployment and extremist ideologies.

Dogara, Chancellor of Achievers University, Owo, Ondo State, spoke at the institution’s 16th convocation ceremony, where 836 graduands received various academic qualifications.

“Insecurity in Nigeria did not begin with this administration. This is no excuse, because the facts need no defence. Terrorism, insurgency, banditry, kidnapping and communal violence did not arrive in 2023,” he said.

He said the challenges had developed over several years, with their roots extending beyond Tinubu’s assumption of office in May 2023.

However, he noted that Tinubu had consistently identified national security as a major responsibility of his administration.
Congratulating the graduands, Dogara said Nigeria needed their talents, creativity and innovation.

Meanwhile, the Pro-Chancellor of the university, Prof. Bode Ayorinde, expressed concern about the opportunities awaiting graduates after leaving school, despite the country’s expansion of tertiary education.

Citing National Universities Commission figures, he said Nigeria had 312 universities as of June 2026, comprising 77 federal, 67 state-owned and 168 private institutions.

He described the institutions as a huge investment in human capital, noting the sacrifices made by parents, governments and lecturers to produce skilled professionals.

However, he questioned the opportunities available to graduates after completing their studies.

The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Omolola Irinoye, said the university remained committed to providing quality education that combines intellectual development, practical skills, character building and social responsibility.

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