By Ayomide Oguntade
Insecurity has taken a toll on education in Nigeria. These were the words of Oyesoji Aremu, the Vice Chancellor of Achievers University, who spoke on the topic "Nigerian Security and Its Political Game" at a public lecture held by the Faculty of Social Sciences at the Nelson Mandela Hall on Thursday, May 21, 2026.
He stated that "the war against terrorism, banditry, and insurgency is not against a specific group," emphasizing how these national issues have wreaked havoc on the educational system. He specified that in the last seven years, 1,179 students have been kidnapped, and the situation of out-of-school children is now linked to banditry rather than simply begging for alms.
Speaking on the politics of blame, he highlighted how Nigerian politicians deliberately use insecurity to discredit one another, especially as elections approach.
Prof.Oyesoji identified several factors contributing to the rise of banditry in the country, including the collapse of institutional facilities, climate change, and ungoverned spaces. He proposed several solutions, which include securing ungoverned areas, reforming security governance, addressing underlying social issues, strengthening regional cooperation, and honoring and protecting our security personnel.
He also advised returning to the basics, when people coexisted harmoniously regardless of religion, and recommended providing training for future generations in the use of arms and ammunition.
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