A London-based civil society organization, the Congress for the Defence of Citizens (CDC), has called for the immediate dismissal of Nigeria's Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, and all service chiefs, citing their failure to address the worsening security situation in the country.

In a statement issued on Tuesday and signed by CDC Global Convener, Prince Ugo, the group expressed outrage over the increasing lawlessness in Nigeria, particularly highlighting the recent abduction of soldiers by terrorists in Borno State.

"What we are seeing is beyond failure; it is total collapse. The military is no longer able to defend, even itself. Just recently, billions of naira worth of weapons were seized by terrorists. And now, they have kidnapped our soldiers, taking them into hiding in Marte Local Government Area of Borno State," the statement read.

The group's demand comes amid growing concerns over the deteriorating security situation in northeastern Nigeria. Senator Ali Ndume, representing Borno South Senatorial District, recently raised alarms that Boko Haram terrorists had taken over communities in the state.

Further highlighting the gravity of the situation, Senate Chief Whip, Tahir Munguno, in a motion at plenary on Monday, decried the killing of over a dozen soldiers in Marte town of Monguno LGA of Borno State.

Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum has also expressed concern, lamenting that the state is gradually losing the fight against Boko Haram insurgents.

The CDC described the current security situation as "unprecedented and unacceptable," insisting that officials in positions of honor should resign rather than wait to be dismissed.

"The implications are terrifying: If the military cannot defend its own, what hope is there for ordinary Nigerians? What more evidence does President Tinubu need to see that the current service chiefs are not fit for purpose?" the group questioned.

The organization urged President Tinubu to act decisively, declaring that "the honeymoon is over" for the current leadership of Nigeria's armed forces.

"This is not a time for diplomacy or delay. We call on President Tinubu to immediately relieve the Chief of Defence Staff and all service chiefs of their duties. Anything less would be an endorsement of failure, a betrayal of public trust, and a dangerous message that mediocrity and impunity are tolerable at the highest levels," the statement added.

The CDC also criticized what it described as "reactionary and scattered" responses by the armed forces to attacks on civilian communities and military infrastructure. According to the group, the military's conduct reveals a complete breakdown of strategy and leadership.

The diaspora organization announced it is now consulting with Nigerian communities abroad and international rights organizations to escalate global awareness of the deteriorating security situation in Nigeria.

"As Nigerians abroad, we will not stand by while our homeland becomes a wasteland of fear and failure. We are preparing a full dossier of security lapses, equipment losses, and civilian casualties. Nigeria must be held accountable, and so must those who lead its defence forces," the statement concluded.