Professor Tukur Muhammad Baba, spokesperson of the Arewa Consultative Forum, has raised doubts about the value of any US intervention in Nigeria’s security crisis. In remarks tied to a wider discussion of the forum’s work, he questioned whether outside military action, including bombing, would produce meaningful results for a country already facing deep internal challenges.
His comments place the focus on the effectiveness of force in responding to insecurity. By asking what such bombing would actually achieve, Baba appeared to argue that external action should be judged by clear outcomes rather than by symbolism or pressure for a dramatic response. The position reflects caution about foreign involvement in a conflict that many Nigerians see as requiring local political, social and security solutions.
Baba also linked the security debate to the broader mission of the Arewa Consultative Forum, including its achievements, present difficulties and future direction. The discussion touched on the group’s engagement with other socio-cultural organisations, suggesting that dialogue across regional and communal lines remains part of the effort to address national problems.
Despite his criticism of questionable intervention, Baba expressed optimism that a workable and united Nigeria is still possible. That view underscores a recurring theme in national conversations on insecurity: while the threats are serious, many political and civic voices still believe the country can move toward stability through better internal coordination, stronger institutions and a shared commitment to coexistence.
