Former UN Human Rights Adviser, Professor Uche Emelonye says prevention, not harsher punishment, is key to reducing kidnappings.

Former minister Frank Nweke Jnr says only accountable leadership and secure citizens can restore public trust.

Bernard Mikko says Governor Fubara’s defection to APC was a strategic move for security, protection, and Rivers stability.

Dr Kunle Fagbemi says Nigeria acted without proper due process, failing risk assessment and potentially serving French interests in West Africa intervention.

Former DG of ACCI, Chijioke Ekechukwu, criticises government for 70% budget rollover, citing contractor delays and borrowing concerns.

AfDB executive Oyebode Oyetunde says major power, fiscal and agriculture reforms have unlocked expanded financing for Nigeria.

Presidential adviser on finance and economy Okoli says Nigeria’s reforms are restoring investor confidence and targeting inclusive development.

Former National Secretary of the APC, Iyiola Omisore, criticises flawed process, political interference, and warns against repeating 2022 election mistakes.

Former minister of information Jerry Gana says his public service was driven by faith, ideals and people-centred leadership.

Tanimu Turaki insists his emergence as PDP national chairman followed party zoning, consensus, and established democratic processes.

Opeyemi Ademolekun stresses that democracy requires active citizen engagement, urging Nigerians to demand results and accountability from leaders.

Pat Utomi has urged the creation of a “thoughtful guardian class” to guide Nigeria, warning political egos are undermining progress.

Chris Kwaja says public discontent and weak governance continue to fuel instability in West Africa.

Security expert Omole says ECOWAS treaty justifies Tinubu’s swift military intervention to defend democracy in Benin Republic.

Human rights lawyer Ogebe insists attacks across Middle Belt show clear religious targeting, not mere communal clashes.

Presidential adviser Onanuga says security agencies are intensifying efforts to recover about 115 remaining Niger Schoolchildren still in captivity.

Ehuwa Benson says legally executed projects in the FCT remain unpaid for over three years, despite completed works.

Former IGP Mike Okiro warns police salaries cannot meet rising costs, urging urgent welfare improvements to significantly boost morale nationwide.

Global affairs analyst Ejime says leaders manipulating constitutions and suppressing opposition are fuelling military takeovers.

Orji Uzor Kalu insists IPOB-linked unrest devastated communities in south-east and demands a political solution for peace.