Senate President Godswill Akpabio on Tuesday reminded Nigerians that no society is entirely free from crime as he addressed growing insecurity across the country.

Speaking during a tense Senate plenary, he commented on a string of violent incidents, including the killing of Brigadier-General Uba Musa in Borno State, the abduction of 25 schoolgirls in Kebbi, and the murder of a school vice principal — all within a 24-hour period.

As senators expressed concern over the worsening security situation, Akpabio urged caution and perspective, noting the challenges faced by Nigeria’s overstretched security forces. “We sympathise deeply with the families affected, but we must remember that Nigeria is a very large country,” he said, highlighting the practical limitations of deploying security personnel nationwide.

He stressed that crime is a global reality. “There is no society without crime. Even the almighty America records crime daily. But we must continue to do our best to minimise it,” Akpabio said.

The Senate President also acknowledged that security agencies often find themselves stretched too thin, sometimes unable to respond to every threat effectively. The remarks come amid rising attacks by insurgents, bandits, and other armed groups, prompting critics to call on the government to act decisively to prevent further escalation.