Obasanjo blames radicalism, extremism on failure of homes, churches, mosques

A former Nigerian President, Olusegun Obasanjo, on Friday blamed the rise in violence, extremism and insecurity in the land on the failure of homes, schools, churches and mosques. According to him, those key institutions have failed in their responsibilities in inculcating the right values in children.

He spoke at the 2016 National Summit and 4th International Colloquium themed, “Human Security,Violent Extremism and Radicalisation, Seeking Sustainable Solutions.” The event was organised by the Centre for Human Security at the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential ibrary,Abeokuta, as part of his 79th birthday celebration.