By Uloma Peace Okorie
A former Chief Security Officer to former military President Ibrahim Babangida, Abubakar Adamu Mohammed, has called for stricter enforcement of criminal penalties, insisting that convicted terrorists should face the full consequences of the law rather than being placed in rehabilitation programmes.
Mohammed, a retired military officer expressed concern over what he described as delays in implementing court judgments, arguing that failure to enforce sentences has weakened the nation’s fight against terrorism and other violent crimes. According to him, effective deterrence can only be achieved when offenders are held fully accountable for their actions.
He maintained that justice must be administered without fear, favour, or political interference, stressing that the rule of law remains critical to restoring public confidence in the country’s security and judicial institutions.
The former security chief also called for tougher sanctions against corruption and abuse of public office, noting that economic crimes contribute significantly to governance challenges and national instability. He urged authorities to ensure that individuals found guilty of such offences are subjected to appropriate legal penalties.
Mohammed during a radio programme further identified insecurity, poverty, inequality, and inadequate access to education as major factors driving crime and instability across the country. He urged government at all levels to address these underlying challenges while strengthening the justice system to promote accountability and national security.
He emphasized that a combination of effective law enforcement, social intervention programmes, and a credible judicial process would help curb criminality and enhance peace and stability in Nigeria.
Former IBB Security Chief, Abubakar Adamu Mohammed, calls for stricter enforcement of penalties against terrorism and corruption, urging authorities to strengthen the justice system and promote accountability in the fight against insecurity.