Nigerian Police And Military’s Attitude Toward Insecurity Is Frustrating Governors

 Nigerian Police And Military’s Attitude Toward Insecurity Is Frustrating GovernorsZamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal has criticized the Nigerian military and police for their indifferent response to the insecurity in the North-West state. He expressed frustration that governors lack control over these federal security agencies, which led to the creation of the state security outfit, Community Protection Guards, in January.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Speaking on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily program, Lawal suggested that political motivations underpin the security challenges in the state. He lamented that security agents are often absent or restricted by specific instructions when needed.

Lawal asserted that with the right political will, the rampant banditry and kidnapping in the state could be eradicated within two weeks. He noted, “We know who the bandits are and where they live. It’s just that there is no political will.”

He also accused some political adversaries of negotiating with bandits without his consent, stating, “At a point, I had to make it clear because while we are trying to address the situation, someone else is negotiating with the bandits behind my back.”