The Digest:
Nigerian cleric Primate Elijah Ayodele has declared that five powerful individuals are masterminding the terrorism plaguing the nation, urging the government to identify and remove them. According to a statement from his media aide, the INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church leader warned that until these sponsors are taken out, the country will remain at the mercy of kidnappers and terrorists.
Key Points:
- Primate Ayodele identified five powerful individuals as key sponsors of terrorism
- Warned that Nigeria will remain vulnerable unless these sponsors are removed
- Urged President Tinubu to reject negotiations with bandits and terrorists
- Specifically called for caution regarding Sheikh Gumi’s mediation efforts
- Described negotiation as fueling a "big business" of terrorism
- Claimed international bodies are also influencing insecurity in Nigeria
- Advised that continued insecurity will affect both rich and poor citizens
Sources: Nigerian Tribune
