Sunday Igboho’s Iru Ekun as Sòbìà, the guinea worm, By Festus Adedayo

Nigeria is grappling with a pervasive security crisis, with terrorist elements reportedly encircling the Yorubaland region and contributing to a climate of fear and bloodshed. The article paints a grim picture of the nation's state, describing it as "as sour as vinegar" and noting that the president's own birthplace has become a "terrorist enclave."

The author points to recent tragic events, such as the Ahoro-Esinele incident in Oyo State, as evidence of escalating violence. This persistent spilling of blood has become a grim reality, echoing sentiments from past observations about the nation's challenges.

Drawing a stark parallel, the piece likens the current insecurity to the historical battle against guinea worm disease. The author suggests that just as a determined, multi-faceted approach was required to eradicate the disease, a similar level of commitment and coordinated action is now imperative to effectively combat the pervasive threat of terrorism across the country.