A chilling threat hangs over Nigeria’s seat of power. Terrorists have threatened to bomb the National Assembly complex, a lawmaker revealed, exposing the deep vulnerabilities at the core of the country’s democracy. This alarming disclosure was made during a push for a new law to create a special security force for the parliament, a direct response to the growing dangers.

According to the senior lawmaker, the threats are not isolated. The complex is already grappling with a wave of crimes, including theft, vandalism, and people using fake IDs to get in. “We have received threats from terrorists to bomb the National Assembly,” he stated plainly, adding that even lawmakers in their offices are not safe from uninvited and potentially dangerous visitors.

The warning carried a grave message: if these security failures are not fixed, it could bring the entire legislature to a standstill. The lawmaker cautioned that without action, there could be no lawmaking, no budgets, and no oversight. This would not just halt government business; it would destabilize the nation’s democracy itself.

The proposed solution is a new, centralized security body designed specifically for the unique needs of the parliament. The goal is to adopt world-class safety practices without shutting the people out. The lawmaker stressed that while the Assembly must remain open to the public, the safety of everyone inside cannot be compromised.

In a final call to action, the lawmaker urged every state assembly in Nigeria to follow this example and strengthen their own security. The move is presented as a vital step to protect the institution that represents the voice of the people, ensuring it can function without fear.