In a bizarre twist that highlights the deep contradictions within Nigeria’s worsening security crisis, Ado Aliero — a notorious bandit kingpin who has publicly admitted to killing countless law enforcement officers — has reportedly sent his wife and mother on pilgrimage to Saudi Arabia. This shocking development is not just a matter of security breach but a stark reflection of the moral paradox deeply embedded in Nigeria’s criminal underworld.According to sources within security agencies, the Nigerian government notified Saudi authorities about the presence of Aliero’s family members in the Kingdom. In response, Saudi Arabia has arrested the duo and is preparing to repatriate them back to Nigeria. This development has raised several serious questions, not just about national security and intelligence coordination, but also about the disturbing spiritual mindset of criminals in Nigeria.Ado Aliero is not just any bandit — he is a self-declared warlord who has terrorized vast regions in the northwest, orchestrated mass kidnappings, killed dozens of soldiers, and extorted communities under the guise of collecting “protection fees.” Yet, amid his reign of blood and fire, he and his family still find it necessary to fulfill Islamic rites like the Hajj — a sacred pillar of faith intended only for those who earn their wealth lawfully and lead upright lives.This contradiction begs the question: Are these bandits truly seeking redemption, or are they simply hiding behind religion to sanitize their atrocities? Can the Almighty accept prayers offered with blood-soaked hands or money earned from extortion, kidnapping, and murder?
