Ayo Arise says swift presidential action against regional threats protects Nigeria’s interests and reinforces leadership at home and abroad.

Political scientist Ibrahim says lack of will and capacity has allowed insecurity to worsen since 2009.

Felix Morka defends the APC, saying it is deepening democracy and keeping its doors open to all Nigerians.

Bolaji Abdullahi says APC spreads false inevitability about 2027 elections, while ADC builds grassroots alternative nationwide.

PDP spokesperson Ino Ememobong says governors defecting to “connect with the centre” for favours reflects a “nepotistic” system of government.

Ibrahim Modibbo says defections, greed and weak opposition are pushing Nigeria towards a one-party state.

Ebere Ifendu says rampant defections threaten Nigeria’s democracy and weaken meaningful opposition.

Chibuzo Okereke says only the full Senate can approve ambassadorial appointments, not committees.

Tawfiq Raimi insists thorough scrutiny, not speed, must guide Senate’s ambassadorial confirmations.

Public policy analyst Abba Kaka warns senators are rubber-stamping controversial ambassadorial nominees without proper scrutiny.

Ismail Omipidan says claims that Oyetola orchestrated Osun APC aspirants’ disqualification are politically motivated and disconnected from reality.

Kolapo Alimi says Adeleke’s political grip in Osun is tight as nearly 80% of Osun voters and workers remain firmly committed to him.

“There’s a systematic genocidal attack against many communities in Nigeria,” says Terseer Ugbor

OPAN president Alex Nwuba says festive-season fare surge is demand-driven, not airline exploitation.

Former information minister Lai Mohammed, says the move to suspend Twitter was driven purely by national interest, not Buhari’s deleted tweet.

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.