A prominent chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and former Nigerian Ambassador to Japan, Prof. Gana Isa, has formally called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to resign. The call comes amidst growing public frustration over the federal government’s handling of the nation’s security crisis.


Grounds for the Resignation Call

Speaking to journalists in Ilorin, Kwara State, on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, Prof. Isa alleged that the current administration has failed in its primary constitutional responsibility to protect the lives and property of Nigerians.


  • Failure of Security Architecture: Prof. Isa questioned the effectiveness of the nation's security agencies, citing the persistent and widespread nature of kidnapping, banditry, and violent crimes across the country.
  • "Relinquish Power": He argued that if the federal government can no longer provide effective security, it should relinquish power to leadership capable of restoring stability and safeguarding citizens.
  • Support for Local Security: The former Kwara State Deputy Speaker criticized the government's centralized approach, advocating for greater support and recognition for regional and community-based security outfits, such as forest guards and vigilante groups, which he noted have demonstrated commitment despite limited resources.


Broad Opposition Pressure

This demand from the ADC chieftain aligns with a wider wave of criticism coming from various opposition voices in the country.


  • Minority Caucus Stance: Recently, the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, Hon. Fred Agbedi, also issued a "lead or leave" ultimatum to President Tinubu, challenging the administration to either implement a comprehensive National Security and Economic Recovery Plan or step aside.
  • Atiku Abubakar’s Ultimatum: Additionally, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar recently gave the President a seven-day ultimatum to sign the Federal Audit Service Bill into law, suggesting that failure to act on this constitutional obligation would also be grounds for resignation.


Government and Ruling Party Response

The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has consistently rejected these calls, describing them as politically motivated attempts to undermine the government ahead of the 2027 general elections.


APC spokespersons and some dissenting opposition lawmakers—such as Hon. Philip Agbese of the Labour Party—have argued that the security challenges are complex and deep-rooted, requiring collective national responsibility rather than rhetoric aimed at scoring political points. They maintain that the government is actively working to neutralize security threats and that focusing on "political calculations" at this time is unhelpful to the national interest.


As the situation develops, the debate highlights the deepening divide between the government’s security strategy and the mounting impatience of opposition figures regarding the state of national stability.