The video, which emerged on Monday and has since been
circulating on social media, shows an armed man, speaking in Hausa, boasting
that the group would soon begin targeting military personnel and politicians,
insisting that the government “cannot stop” their operations.

The footage, which shows the individual surrounded by other
armed men, has generated widespread speculation online, with citizens
questioning the boldness and growing confidence of the terrorists.

The threatening video emerged just a week after the
abduction of 25 schoolgirls from Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary
School, Maga, in Kebbi State, and the attack on St. Mary’s Catholic School in
Papiri, Agwara LGA of Niger State, where over 300 students and 12 teachers were
seized.

The video has intensified public anxiety as communities
across the North continue to grapple with escalating attacks by bandits and
other armed groups.

Security analysts say the video reflects the deteriorating
security landscape and the increasing audacity of terrorists who operate with
minimal deterrence.

In comments on X in reaction to the video, many Nigerians
expressed outrage and frustration over the country’s worsening insecurity.

“This kind of boast shouldn’t even be possible in a
functioning country. How did we get here?” @TaraBlinz said.

Another user, @justkency, stated, “The current state of
Nigeria. Criminals are now emboldened enough to issue statements.”

Also reacting, @n95ly wrote, “Government officials should be
the ones facing this. Leave innocent citizens out of it.”

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