The former Executive Secretary of the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS), Professor Usman Yusuf, has issued a stern warning against any military strategy targeting the Fulani population. Following recent developments in the nation's security architecture, Yusuf expressed deep concern over the posture of the Ministry of Defense under the leadership of Christopher Musa.
He argued that the transition from military command to political leadership requires a fundamental change in approach, moving away from the use of force toward more sustainable administrative solutions.
In a public statement regarding the current security climate, Yusuf emphasized that the Minister of Defense must recognize his current standing within the federal cabinet.
He noted that the Minister is now a political office holder and not a battlefield soldier, suggesting that the responsibilities of the office demand a higher level of statesmanship.
Yusuf maintained that the reliance on military confrontation has historically proven ineffective in resolving deeply rooted communal and ethnic tensions.
He cautioned that continuing on a path of kinetic operations would only lead to a cycle of endless warfare that the country cannot afford.
Professor Yusuf has consistently advocated for a shift in the federal government’s engagement strategy, demanding dialogue and non-violent solutions over armed conflict. He stated that we strongly reject any plan by Defense Minister Christopher Musa to wage war on Fulani people, adding that military confrontation will fail in the long run. The Professor called for a comprehensive framework that prioritizes mediation and addresses the socio-economic factors underlying the insecurity in the North. He urged the government to utilize political channels to foster peace, asserting that the current security challenges cannot be solved through the barrel of a gun.
The call for a non-violent approach comes amid growing debates over the efficacy of internal military operations. Yusuf remains firm in his position that the inclusion of community stakeholders in the peace process is the only viable path forward. He reiterated that the office of the Defense Minister should be used to facilitate reconciliation rather than orchestrating further military offensives against specific ethnic groups. The Professor concluded by urging the federal government to reconsider its current trajectory and embrace a more diplomatic and inclusive security policy.
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