“The Rise of Protective Profits: How a Tight-knit Group in Nigeria Capitalized on Security”
A public affairs analyst, Mahdi Shehu, has raised new apprehensions regarding Nigeria’s security oversight, labeling it as a system that favors only a select few while the majority continues to endure hardships.
In a message posted on X on Thursday, Shehu indicated that the interval from 2015 to 2023 unveiled disconcerting truths about the management of security finances within the nation.
He stated, “security is a collective concern because it impacts everyone either favorably or adversely.”
He further emphasized that the sector has also evolved into a lucrative venture for a limited group.
He remarked that Nigerians were astounded by numerous revelations made during that timeframe by active military personnel and high-ranking government representatives, which disclosed how allocations ...
