Kwara Attack Highlights Leadership Failure, Says Ladipo Johnson

Ladipo Johnson, a former senior aide to former Lagos State Governor Akinwunmi Ambode, wrote an op‑ed titled “Kwara Attack Highlights Leadership Failure.” He argues that the May 2024 mass shooting in Kwara State—where gunmen killed dozens of civilians—exposes deep flaws in Nigeria’s security leadership, including poor intelligence, inadequate coordination among security agencies, and a lack of political will to protect citizens. Johnson calls for urgent reforms, stronger civilian oversight, and decisive action from both state and federal leaders to prevent further atrocities. Views Nigeria