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The Northern Awareness Network (NAN) has called for immediate and thorough action following the arrest of Bashir Hadejiya, whose alleged criminal activities pose a significant threat to Nigeria’s security and stability. Hadejiya faces serious charges including treason, gun-running, and involvement in transnational crime, shedding light on a complex network of illicit operations extending beyond Nigeria's borders.
In a statement, NAN Chairman Salifu Suleiman commended the Nigerian security agencies for their successful arrest of Hadejiya. “The apprehension of Hadejiya reflects the dedication and efficiency of our security forces in tackling sophisticated criminal networks,” Suleiman said. However, he urged that this accomplishment should not be seen as the end but as a critical step towards addressing a deeper issue.
Hadejiya’s activities have exposed alarming cross-national implications. His alleged connections to arms smuggling and the trafficking of gold stolen from the Central Bank of Libya illustrate a dangerous collaboration with international crime syndicates. This partnership threatens not only Nigeria’s national security but also regional and global stability.
Further complicating the situation, Hadejiya is reportedly linked to the recent #EndBadGovernance protests, where he allegedly financed and incited violence. Suleiman expressed concern, stating, “It is deeply troubling to discover that Hadejiya exploited legitimate protests to further his criminal agenda, undermining public trust and destabilizing communities.”
The investigation has also revealed disturbing links between Hadejiya and high-ranking officials, including former heads of the Department of State Security Service (DSS). Suleiman highlighted, “These connections point to a broader systemic failure and corruption within our institutions that must be addressed.”
NAN is calling on the government to take decisive and comprehensive action. “We demand that all individuals involved in Hadejiya’s criminal network be swiftly apprehended and prosecuted,” Suleiman asserted. He also urged the government to improve inter-agency collaboration, strengthen security protocols, and conduct thorough investigations into all implicated parties.
The organization emphasized the need for public vigilance and cooperation with security agencies to combat these threats. “Our democracy relies on accountability and transparency,” Suleiman concluded. “We must act decisively to eradicate these criminal activities and restore faith in our national institutions.”
NAN’s statement underscores the urgent need for a coordinated response to safeguard Nigeria’s future and ensure that those who threaten national security are held accountable.
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