The need for Northern Nigeria to unite and prepare for self-determination has become a central issue in the country’s political agenda. This dialectic between regional unity in the North and calls for secession in the South raises major issues for the future of the nation.
Professor Sani Abubakar Lugga, as the 5th Wazirin Katsina, recently expressed this concern at a community event organized by the Coalition of Northern Group (CNG) in Katsina. He highlighted the lack of unity among the people of the North in defending their rights, in contrast to the determination displayed by some groups in the South, such as the Biafrans.
Amid growing security challenges, Professor Lugga highlighted the lack of proactive actions by the North, in contrast to initiatives taken by the Southern states, including the establishment of regional security forces such as Amotekun. This finding highlights a substantial gap in the way the two regions approach security and governance issues.
The issue of secession, which has haunted minds since the amalgamation of Northern and Southern Nigeria, remains a sensitive and complex topic. The fears of early Nigerian leaders about the viability of this union are still relevant, accentuated by the recurring calls for the fragmentation of the country.
The National Coordinator of the NGC, Jamilu Charanchi, also stressed the urgency of community actions to overcome the socio-economic and security challenges of the country. He criticized the prioritization of elections to the detriment of the national future and called on communities to take their destiny into their own hands through collective actions.
In this context of tensions and uncertainties, it is imperative for Northern Nigeria to come together, reaffirm its identity and prepare for a potentially independent future. Regional unity and solidarity will be invaluable assets in addressing current challenges and shaping a sustainable future for the Nigerian nation as a whole.