Nigeria, April 17 -- When Bola Ahmed Tinubu campaigned for the presidency, he made insecurity one of the cornerstones of his promises to Nigerians. He pledged to reform the nation's security architecture, strengthen intelligence gathering, and ensure peace across every region. His words resonated with millions who had grown weary of daily reports of banditry, terrorism, kidnappings, and communal clashes. For many, his assurances offered hope that Nigeria's long nightmare of insecurity might finally be coming to an end.

Yet, almost 3 years into his presidency, the grim reality is that insecurity not only persists but, in many regions, appears to be worsening. From Plateau to Benue, Zamfara to Kaduna, Nigerians continue to bury loved ones...