By Gabriel Ewepu

ABUJA – A nonprofit organization, De Norsemen Kclub International (DNKI), Sunday, called on the Federal Government to stepup fight against rising insecurity activities across the country.

The call was made in a statement issued by DNKI’s International President, Chief Oliver Patrick, following the killings in Angwan Rukuba, Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State, and other parts of Nigeria.

Patrick described the situation as  disturbing and of national concern, adding that some political parties are making it difficult for some of their members to have equal participation based on the high cost of their nomination forms.

He also lamented the worsening electricity crisis that had negatively impacted commercial activities.

He said: “The De Norsemen Kclub International (DNKI) expresses deep sorrow, outrage, and grave concern over the disturbing state of national affairs, particularly the recent wave of violent killings in Jos, the prohibitive cost of political participation, and the worsening electricity crisis crippling the nation’s economy.

“First and foremost, DNKI strongly condemns the recent callous and senseless killings in Jos, Plateau State, where innocent lives were brutally cut short in yet another avoidable tragedy. 

“These heinous acts represent not only a failure of security but a direct assault on our collective humanity and national unity. We mourn with the bereaved families and stand in solidarity with the good people of Plateau State in this moment of grief.”

However, the group acknowledged and commended President Bola Tinubu’s visit to Jos, where he commiserated with victims of the brutal attacks, saying the President demonstrated “federal presence, albeit belated, we must stress that sympathy alone is not sufficient. The time has come for decisive, strategic, and sustained action. 

“We therefore call on the Federal Government to immediately fish out and bring the perpetrators of these dastardly acts to justice.”

The group also said it is high time the President review and overhaul “Nigeria’s security architecture and policies to effectively combat the persistent scourge of insecurity across the nation.”

Other issues of concern DNKI raised include; the exorbitant cost of nomination forms by major political parties; the persistent failure of Nigeria’s electricity generation and distribution systems; the alarming rise in the cost of medical care, among others.

“DNKI therefore calls on all relevant authorities to prioritize and fast-track reforms in the power sector, ensuring improved generation capacity, efficient distribution, and sustainable energy solutions that will support economic growth and improve the quality of life for citizens.

“In conclusion, DNKI reiterates its unwavering commitment to the unity, peace, and progress of Nigeria. 

“We urge the government at all levels to rise above rhetoric and take bold, people-oriented actions that will restore hope, strengthen institutions, and secure the future of our great nation. Nigeria must work again for all”, it added.