Nigeria, June 22 -- Speaking in an interview with Journalists on Sunday, Lawal alleged that troops are often deployed to the front lines with outdated rifles, some reportedly held together with tape, and insufficient ammunition, while senior military officers acquire luxury properties in Abuja and Dubai.

He blamed the worsening security situation on President Bola Tinubu's administration, arguing that insecurity and banditry have escalated since the president assumed office.

Lawal also claimed that the Muslim-Muslim ticket had deepened divisions and emboldened criminal elements across the country.

The former SGF further accused the administration of marginalising northern Christians and minority ethnic groups, alleging that federal ap...