Major General John Enenche (Rtd) has urged the Federal Government to channel funds allocated for constituency projects toward strengthening security across the country.
He made the remarks yesterday during a live programme on Channels Television.
Enenche argued that legislative allocations would have far greater impact if invested in protecting communities rather than executing scattered projects in areas plagued by insecurity.
“If you don’t save the constituency, what project will you do there?” he asked, stressing that no development initiative can thrive in an unsafe environment.
The former Defence spokesperson also called for the adoption of an indigenous homeland security system, driven by local intelligence and community participation.
According to him, empowering Nigerians at the grassroots, especially young people—would boost security presence and strengthen early-warning capabilities.
In a bold and inclusive proposal, Enenche further suggested that recruitment into the new security structure should be open to all willing youths, including those living with health conditions such as HIV or hepatitis, provided they are capable of contributing effectively.
He maintained that a locally driven force would be more effective in curbing rising insecurity, as community members understand the terrain, threats, and criminal networks better than external operatives.
Enenche’s comments follows national conversations on state police and community security models to tackle insecurity across Nigeria.
