Insecurity: They’ve Left the North, They’re Now in Ibadan; Lagos May Be Next — Actor YehmoLee Raises Alarm
Popular Nigerian actor and media personality, YehmoLee, has broken his silence on social media after expressing concerns over the growing spread of insecurity across parts of the country.
In a post that has since gone viral, YehmoLee warned that criminal elements who had previously operated largely in Northern Nigeria appear to be relocating to other parts of the country, particularly the South-West.
The actor stated, “They’ve left the North. They’re now in Ibadan. Lagos may be next,” a remark that has fueled fresh conversations about the nation’s security challenges and the need for proactive measures by authorities.
His comments come amid increasing reports of kidnappings, armed robberies, and other criminal activities in parts of Oyo State, especially around Ibadan and its surrounding communities.
Residents in some areas have recently raised concerns about the activities of suspected kidnappers and criminal gangs operating along major highways and remote settlements.
Although YehmoLee did not provide specific details or evidence to support his claim, many social media users interpreted his statement as a warning about the possible migration of criminal networks from regions heavily affected by banditry and kidnapping to other parts of the country.
The post quickly generated mixed reactions online. While some Nigerians agreed with the actor’s concerns and called on security agencies to intensify surveillance and intelligence gathering, others urged caution against making generalizations that could create unnecessary panic among citizens.
Several commentators noted that insecurity remains a national challenge that requires coordinated efforts from federal, state, and local authorities.
They stressed the importance of strengthening community policing, improving intelligence sharing, and addressing the socio-economic factors that often contribute to crime.
Security experts have repeatedly warned that criminal groups tend to relocate to areas perceived as less monitored whenever pressure is mounted on them by security forces. This trend, they argue, underscores the need for sustained and nationwide security operations rather than region-specific interventions.
The concerns raised by YehmoLee also reflect growing public anxiety over the security situation in different parts of Nigeria, where incidents of kidnapping for ransom, armed attacks, and violent crimes continue to pose significant challenges despite ongoing efforts by security agencies.
As discussions continue online, many Nigerians are calling on the government and security institutions to remain vigilant and take proactive measures to prevent the spread of criminal activities into new areas, particularly major commercial hubs such as Ibadan and Lagos.
