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Edo Government Rejects IGP’s Suspension of State Security Network
The Edo State Government has expressed disagreement with the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, regarding the recent suspension of the state-owned security outfit, known as the Edo State Security Network (ESSN).
The suspension was announced by the IGP during a stakeholders’ meeting organized by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Wednesday, ahead of the upcoming governorship election scheduled for September 21, 2024, in Benin City.
During the meeting, the IGP stated that the security network would be suspended indefinitely, sparking a strong reaction from the Edo State Government.
Crusoe Osagie, the Special Adviser on Media Projects to Governor Godwin Obaseki, voiced the state’s opposition, asserting that the IGP lacks the constitutional authority to suspend the Edo Security Corps (ESC).
He emphasized that the ESC was established through legislation passed by the Edo State House of Assembly, making it a lawful entity under state jurisdiction.
Osagie compared the suspension of the ESSN to a hypothetical scenario where the IGP might disband the Western Nigeria Security Network, also known as Operation Amotekun, ahead of the Ondo State governorship election.
He highlighted that such actions infringe upon the rights of states to establish security structures, as enshrined in Section 11(1) and Section 11(2) of the Nigerian Constitution.
These sections grant state assemblies the power to create and maintain organizations aimed at ensuring public safety and security within their borders.
Despite the disagreement, Osagie noted that in the interest of maintaining peace during the election period, Governor Obaseki had instructed all officials of the Edo Security Corps to go on leave from September 11 to September 23, 2024.
This temporary measure aims to prevent any escalation of tensions while ensuring that the election proceeds smoothly.
The standoff between the Edo State Government and the IGP highlights the ongoing debate over state versus federal control of security agencies, particularly in the lead-up to critical elections.
With the election just around the corner, the resolution of this issue will be closely watched by political observers and citizens alike.
The Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has spoken on Nigeria’s economy, stating that the country lacks a good maintenance culture.
She said “The fact is that endowments alone do not add value. Budgetary allocations alone do not lead to new roads or good maintenance.”
“We lack a maintenance culture in the country. I have to say that. I’m Nigerian, but we need that. We need better ports and digital infrastructure, and lower trade costs. Execution is what matters, and successful execution requires focus. It requires prioritisation.”
Politician and former presidential candidate Peter Obi speaks on President Bola Tinubu’s comments regarding the rising hunger and worsening economic situation in Nigeria.
It can be noted that the President recently stated that hunger has always existed in Nigeria.
Peter Obi responded “I watched with deep concern the statement made by President Bola Tinubu to the Catholic Bishops, that there has always been hunger in Nigeria, even before he was born.”
“While it is true that hunger has been a part of human life and has existed in our country for decades, such a statement appears insensitive to the plight of the millions of Nigerians who face worsening economic hardship today.”
Reports have been shared stating that the Nigerian Army has launched a new programme designed to train and improve the skills of engineers in tackling threats posed by Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs).
The seminar is being organised by the 41 Engineer Brigade of the 1 Division Nigerian Army.
It was stated “Improvised Explosive Devices have become one of the greatest security threats confronting the Nigerian Army in ongoing counter-insurgency operations. Their widespread use has complicated military operations and humanitarian activities in conflict-affected areas.”
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