Senate President Godswill Akpabio has expressed confidence that Nigeria’s current security challenges will subside after the conclusion of the election period.

He attributed the persistence of insecurity to heightened political activities and tensions surrounding elections, noting that such periods often create conditions that worsen instability across the country.

Akpabio argued that once electoral processes are completed, the incentives and triggers linked to political competition would reduce significantly, leading to improved security across affected regions.

He maintained that the current situation is largely influenced by political dynamics rather than permanent structural issues, expressing optimism that stability would return after elections.

The statement has continued to generate debate, with observers divided over the extent to which insecurity is tied to electoral politics versus broader security challenges facing the country.