Politics

LG Poll: Security Agencies Warn Residents  against Breach of Order

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  …as OYSIEC Chairman Reacts to Attack on  staff

By Nashirdeen Sherrifdeen/Rasheedah Makinde

The security agencies in Oyo State have  collaborated to ensure  peace and order before, during and after the Local Government Councils Election scheduled to hold on Saturday, 27 April across the Thirty-Three (33) Local Government Areas of the state.

The Oyo State Commissioner of Police, Mr. Adebola Hamzat , while speaking at a Joint  news briefing comprising the Security Chiefs in the state held at the Police  headquarters, Eleyele, Ibadan, warned  residents against acts could lead to breach of law. 

He announced that over 12,000 security operatives, excluding men of the Nigerian Army, have been deployed across the wards and polling units in the state.

Mr. Hamzat reiterated that there will be restrictions on vehicular movement from 6am to 6 pm on the day of election, urging residents to reach out to the command on 08081768614, Toll Free line , 614 , and Situation Room,  09054133071 / 09061299291 in case of threats or emergencies.

In their separate remarks, the heads of other security agencies also warned those that have no business with the election to distance themselves from polling units, as security officers will deal with anyone, who attempt to truncate the peaceful conduct of the council poll.

 Earlier, the Chairman, Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission, OYSIEC, Mr Isiak Olagunju said the body was ready to ensure a free, Fair and credible election without bias or favoritism from any of the nineteen political parties. 

While reacting to the staff attack at Okeho, the OYSIEC Chairman , Aare Isiaka Olagunju said the Commission would not condone harassment on any of its staff who are committed to conducting smooth and transparent elections. 

Aare Olagunju pointed out that the peace accord was signed by political parties on Monday to maintain peace, before, during and after the election, calling on politicians to abide by the rules and regulations of the election to sustain peace in the state. 

The OYSIEC boss also  appealed to the Commissioner of Police  to ensure the culprits  of the attack on the electoral officer at Okeho, Oke-Ogun area of the state are brought to book, to serve as a deterrent to others, lamenting that the attack was unwarranted as OYSIEC is working in the interest of the people of the state.

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Crime

Adeleke Directs Security Agencies to Curb Cultism

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By Funmi Adekoya

Osun state Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has directed security agencies to launch special operations to arrest and prosecute cultists engaging in rivalry war across Ijeshaland.

Reacting to spate of violence and attacks in parts of the East senatorial district, Governor Adeleke described the development as shocking and reprehensible, calling on the police and other security agencies to act decisively to stop the cult clashes.

Lamenting the loss of innocent lives of residents, the Governor directed that the special operations should include intelligence gathering to arrest masterminds of the attacks, warning that all perpetrators will face harsh penalty of the law.

“I have been duly briefed on the developments in some parts of Ijeshaland. We will no longer tolerate actions capable of disrupting the peaceful atmosphere in the state. We will not allow any group or individuals to use their internal wars to endanger public peace.

“This is a matter that threatens law and order. We must enforce the law and ensure peace without delay. This is one violence too many.

” I have directed the Commissioner of Police and other service chiefs to swing into action without delay. Violence and attacks must stop and perpetrators must be brought to book as urgently as possible”, the Governor added.

Security

Farmers, Herders Dialogue on Peaceful Coexistence

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By Kayode Oguntona

Regular dialogue and consultation among farmers, herders, and other stakeholders is the key to enhancing food security and peace in farming communities in Oyo State.

This was part of the consensus reached by a forum in Oyo Town, attended by Fulani Cattle breeders, Yoruba farmers, security agencies, and the Vigilante Group of Nigeria, VGN.

Venue of the forum in Oyo Town

Speaking on behalf of the cattle breeders and herders, a strong member of the Miyetti Allah Group, Alhaji Yakubu Bello suggested that middlemen should no longer be involved in settling farmer herder disputes for lasting peace to reign.

While thanking Governor Seyi Makinde for his efforts on sustainable security in the state, Alhaji Bello called for the provision of drinkable water to Fulani communities across the state.

Another stakeholder, Comrade Sunday Olajide reiterated the need for unity among cattle breeders and synergy among the security agencies for the sake of peace and food security in Oyo State.

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Politics

INEC, Political Parties, Security Agencies, on Standby for Election

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By Mosope  Kehinde 

The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Political Parties, security agencies and civil society organizations in Oyo state have expressed their readiness for peaceful conduct of the much-awaited 2023 general election.

This formed part of resolutions at an enlarged stakeholders meeting held in Ibadan towards the successful conduct of the forthcoming 2023 general election.

The enlarged stakeholders meeting which had in attendance, representatives of security agencies, political parties, Interparty Advisory Council, IPAC, religious leaders, civil society organizations and the National Orientation Agency, NOA was in preparation for this Saturday’s elections.

A cross-section of the participants believed that with the level of preparation by INEC and security agencies in the state, the elections would be peaceful and credible.

Two members of different political parties in Oyo state, Mr Gbeminiyi Ayodele and Alhaji Tajudeen Olanife as well as the representative of the youth council, Mr Qodri Olusegun said despite the scarcity of fuel and cash presently being experienced by Nigerians critical stakeholders were resolved to ensure peaceful conduct of the polls

Other stakeholders who spoke with Radio Nigeria appealed to INEC to remain neutral and provide a level playing ground for all parties.

The stakeholders urged politicians to shield their swords and educate their followers on the importance of maintaining peace at voting centres.

Speaking on behalf of other security agencies in the state, Commissioner of Police, Mr Adebowale Williams, represented by ACP Elkanem Umen, said the rank and files of the Oyo state police command have been trained according to electoral act for peaceful conduct of the polls

Earlier, the Residents Electoral Commissioner in Oyo state, Dr Adeniran Tella who assured residents of free and credible polls, disclosed that non-sensitive materials have been received and deployed to all INEC Local Government Area Offices across the state.

Dr Tella said for an inclusive 2023 General Election, materials such as Braille Ballot Guide, transcribed voter information for the blind, magnifying glasses for the albinos and posters for hard-to-hear electorate have been provided.

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Security

Security Agencies Promise Adequate Protection During Yuletide

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Nigeria police and other security agencies in Ogun state have promised to provide adequate security for residents and motorists passing through the state before, during and after Yuletide.

The State Commissioner of Police Mr Lanre Bankole stated this while speaking with newsmen after a security meeting with Governor Dapo Abiodun.

The commissioner explained that all security agencies in the state had made necessary arrangements to protect lives and property across the state.

He said that the state government had promised to give more support to the security agencies towards combating kidnappers and other criminals at the state corridor of the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.

Mr Bankole also pointed out that, the meeting was convened to discuss current security issues affecting the state with a view to strengthening security architecture in the state.

Bolanle Adesida

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Security

Ogun Govt Distributes Vehicles, Kits to Security Agencies

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Ogun State government has distributed 60 vehicles, 200 bullet proof vests and 20 helmets to security agencies as part of efforts to improve security architecture in the state.
Speaking at the ceremony held at Arcade ground, Oke Mosan Abeokuta, the  Inspector General of police Mr Usman Baba said that the vehicles and equipment would enhance operational efficiency of security agencies in the state.


While commending Ogun State government for putting in place Security Trust Fund to support security operations in the state, Mr Baba urged other state governments  to emulate the gesture.
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun who  announced that his administration had  procured six armored vehicles, said water cannons and other anti riot equipment would be procured.
The  Governor who urged men and officers of all security agencies to utilize the  security equipment for improved security, said this would encourage public and private sectors to support the security agencies.
While maintaining that there was a need for significant increase in enrolment of community policing, Governor Abiodun  urged residents of the state to continue to cooperate and collaborate with  security agencies towards sustaining peace and security in the State.

Bolanle Adesida