You also have responsibility to fix Nigeria – Reps reply Minority Caucus

The House of Representatives has responded to its Minority Caucus after calls for President Bola Tinubu to focus on insecurity or resign.

In a press statement signed by spokesman, Akin Rotimi, Friday, the House acknowledged the safety concerns but reminded opposition lawmakers that they are part of the government and share the responsibility of fixing the country’s problems.

Akin Rotimi’s reaction followed comments by the minority caucus leader, Fred Agbedi, during a press conference on Wednesday.

At the press conference, Agbedi accused President Tinubu of focusing on his 2027 re-election campaign while citizens face killings, kidnappings, and economic hardship.

“The life of every Nigerian matters. Politics must take the back seat when the nation bleeds.

“We must secure Nigeria first. President Tinubu must suspend all 2027 political activities and declare a six-month national security and economic recovery plan. Lead or leave,” Agbedi said.

Responding on Friday, the House stated that Nigeria’s security challenges did not happen overnight and cannot be solved with quick fixes.

The statement noted that while challenges still exist, security agencies are making steady progress in destroying criminal networks and rescuing kidnapped victims.

It also reminded the Minority Caucus, that lawmakers have actual constitutional powers to make laws and control budgets, meaning they should offer real solutions instead of just complaining publicly like activists.

According to the green chamber, parliament is jointly accountable for national security, noting that the obligation is a shared one, not one divided along caucus lines.

“Security remains a shared national responsibility that transcends political affiliation. Our duty as Parliament is not only to express concern but to ensure such concerns are translated into effective legislative and oversight actions that strengthen national security,” it said.