A civil society organisation, Enough is Enough Nigeria (EiE), has accused the Federal Government of failing in its constitutional duty to protect lives, following a spate of deadly attacks in Plateau, Borno and Kwara states that have left over 200 Nigerians dead in less than two months.

In a strongly worded statement, the group described the killings as evidence of systemic governance and security failures, rather than isolated incidents, warning that continued inaction undermines public trust and violates constitutional obligations.

The latest attack occurred on March 29, 2026, when gunmen invaded the Angwan Rukuba community in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State, killing at least 28 residents.

The incident followed earlier tragedies, including coordinated suicide bombings in Maiduguri on March 16 that claimed 27 lives and left 146 injured, as well as a February 3 massacre in Woro and Nuku communities in Kwara State, where no fewer than 162 people were killed, according to the Red Cross.

Citing section 14(2)(b) of the 1999 Constitution (as altered), EiE maintained that “the security and welfare of the people shall be the primary purpose of government,” arguing that the persistent killings demonstrate a clear breach of this constitutional mandate.

The group further alleged that many of the attacks were preceded by credible warnings that went unaddressed by security agencies.

In Kwara, it noted that communities had reportedly received threats for months before the killings, while in Jos and Maiduguri, the attacks followed established patterns of violence despite ongoing security operations.

EiE criticised what it described as a recurring pattern of official response, condemnations, promises of investigations and security deployments without tangible outcomes.

It expressed concern that no known perpetrators of previous mass killings have been prosecuted, and that investigations are rarely concluded or made public.

Executive Director of EiE, Ufuoma Nnamdi-Udeh, questioned the continued characterisation of the situation as a crisis, arguing instead that it reflects a “complete government failure.”

The organisation also raised alarm over statements attributed to some security officials suggesting that perpetrators be treated with leniency, describing such positions as dangerous and capable of emboldening further violence.

Among its demands, EiE called for immediate and structured protection of vulnerable communities, transparent and time-bound investigations into attacks, and the prosecution of perpetrators.

It also urged the Attorney General of the Federation and state Attorneys General to publish the status of all ongoing and past investigations into mass violence.

Additionally, the group called on the National Security Adviser and military leadership to publicly account for intelligence lapses that enabled the attacks, and to undertake a comprehensive review of Nigeria’s national security strategy with emphasis on prevention, community-based early warning systems and improved civil-military coordination.

While acknowledging recent measures such as curfews and troop deployments, EiE argued that such responses are largely reactive and insufficient to guarantee long-term safety for affected communities.

The organisation concluded that the legitimacy of any government rests significantly on its ability to protect citizens, warning that continued failure to do so risks deepening insecurity and eroding confidence in public institutions.

EiE said it would continue to monitor developments and push for accountability, urging Nigerians to demand more decisive action from authorities in line with constitutional provisions.