Former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara, has said Nigeria’s insecurity did not begin under President Bola Tinubu, pointing to years of unresolved challenges that have contributed to terrorism, banditry, kidnapping and communal violence.
Dogara made the remarks during the 16th convocation ceremony of Achievers University, Owo, Ondo State, where 836 graduands received various academic qualifications.
According to him, Nigeria’s security challenges existed long before Tinubu assumed office in May 2023, stressing that the current administration inherited problems that had developed over several years.
“Insecurity in Nigeria did not begin with this administration. This is no excuse, because the facts need no defence. Terrorism, insurgency, banditry, kidnapping and communal violence did not arrive in 2023,” Dogara said.
He attributed the situation to several factors, including porous borders, the proliferation of illegal arms, youth unemployment and the spread of extremist ideologies.
However, the former Speaker acknowledged that national security remained a major responsibility of Tinubu’s administration, despite the longstanding nature of the crisis.
Dogara also congratulated the graduands, urging them to use their knowledge, creativity and innovation to contribute to Nigeria’s development.
University Raises Concern Over Graduate Opportunities
Meanwhile, the Pro-Chancellor of Achievers University, Professor Bode Ayorinde, expressed concern about the employment and other opportunities available to graduates after completing their studies.
Citing figures from the National Universities Commission, Ayorinde said Nigeria had 312 universities as of June 2026, comprising 77 federal, 67 state-owned and 168 private institutions.
He described the growing number of universities as a significant investment in human capital but questioned whether enough opportunities existed to absorb graduates into the workforce.
The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Omolola Irinoye, reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to providing quality education that combines academic excellence with practical skills, character development and social responsibility.
The convocation ceremony brought together university officials, graduands and other stakeholders to celebrate academic achievements while highlighting broader challenges facing Nigeria’s security and education sectors.
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