Nigeria, April 14 -- Senator Mohammed Monguno, who represents Borno North and also serves as the Senate Chief Whip, has blasted the federal government over its failure to protect Nigerians.

He stated that any government that cannot safeguard its citizens loses its right to govern.

His comments come shortly after Senator Ali Ndume of Borno South urged President Bola Tinubu to declare a state of emergency on security and the economy, warning that inaction could push the country deeper into crisis.

Speaking to News Central in Maiduguri after a security meeting on Monday, Monguno said the primary duty of government is to ensure the safety and well-being of its people. He emphasized that the recent spike in Boko Haram attacks in Borno State...