Govt can track critics in minutes but fails to track terrorists – Dalung

Former Minister of Sports, Solomon Dalung, has criticized the current administration's approach to national security, asserting a lack of political will to combat escalating terrorism and kidnappings. Dalung argued that the government possesses advanced surveillance technology capable of quickly tracking critics but lacks the means to apprehend terrorists operating openly. He dismissed official calls for unity against terrorism as an admission of profound failure, suggesting the administration has no viable solutions to the widespread insecurity. Dalung also pointed to a fragmented security apparatus and the emergence of a "parallel forest economy" supporting terrorist activities. He questioned the impact of foreign military assistance and advocated for empowering local communities for self-defense.

The critique raises concerns about the government's priorities and effectiveness in addressing critical security challenges facing the nation.