Senate Blames Rising Insecurity on Indiscipline

ABUJA – The Senate has linked the country’s rising insecurity to a growing culture of indiscipline, and has urged the National Orientation Agency (NOA) to intensify efforts to restore values among citizens.

The resolution followed the adoption of a motion titled “The Growing Menace of Indiscipline in Nigerian Society,” sponsored by Senator Dachung Mwadkon of Plateau North.

The lawmakers expressed concern over what they described as increasing manifestations of indiscipline across various sectors, including traffic violations, public disorder, vandalism, workplace misconduct, political intolerance, disregard for lawful authority, protocol breaches at public functions, and the reckless use of social media.

The Senate warned that, if left unchecked, this trend could further undermine national security, economic growth, educational advancement, social stability, and democratic governance.

Moving the motion, Mwadkon cited reports from communities, civil society organisations, educational institutions, and the media that point to a disturbing rise in anti‑social behaviour, youth violence, and abuse of public facilities.

He said the growing culture of indiscipline has contributed to rising insecurity, the erosion of societal values, the weakening of institutions, and declining public confidence in governance.

Anthony Ani, Senator for Ebonyi South, added that indiscipline is one of the biggest challenges confronting the country.

Jibrin Barau, deputy Senate President, said discipline remains critical to personal and national development.

Senate President Godswill Akpabio stated that indiscipline is a root cause of criminality, banditry, and other social vices in Nigeria.

Akpabio urged the NOA to strengthen public enlightenment campaigns that promote discipline, respect for rules, and responsible citizenship, especially among children and young people.

The Senate also called on the Federal Government to develop and implement a comprehensive national re‑orientation and civic responsibility programme that promotes patriotism, integrity, and responsible citizenship.

Lawmakers further requested that the Federal Government enhance youth development programmes, skills acquisition initiatives, employment opportunities, and social intervention schemes to address some of the root causes of indiscipline.

They asked state governments, local government councils, traditional institutions, religious bodies, educational institutions, and civil society organisations to intensify public enlightenment campaigns on moral values, civic duties, and respect for lawful authority.

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