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Opinion: State Police, Local Government Autonomy: The Answer to Many Questions

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Opinion: State Police, Local Government Autonomy: The Answer to Many Questions   Titilope Ayoka Gbadamosi PhD Almost every democratically elected administration in Nigeria has had to grapple with pockets of insecurity in one form or another. Nigerians have watched uprisings metamorphose into banditry and terrorism, as though every administration had its own uniquely tailored brand of insecurity, defined by the modus operandi of these vicious elements. The faces change, the methods change, but the burden on whoever occupies the highest office in the land has remained heavy and constant. Just two administrations ago, during President Goodluck Jonathan 's tenure, we witnessed the horror of the abduction of the Chibok girls and explosives going off in public spaces in Abuja, the nation's capital . Every well meaning Nigerian was worried, and nowhere felt truly safe. The President's seat was not the most desirable at the time, and it was clearly a difficult job.  President Muham...
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Democracy Day: Oyo Deputy Speaker, Fadeyi Calls for Genuine Cooperation, Prayers to Combat Nigeria’s Insecurity

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Democracy Day : Oyo Deputy Speaker , Fadeyi Calls For Genuine Cooperation, Prayers To Combat Nigeria’s Insecurity As Nigeria marks this year’s Democracy Day, the Deputy Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly , Rt. Honourable Mohammed Abiodun Fadeyi has called on citizens across the nation to unite in prayer and foster genuine cooperation to overcome the country's lingering insecurity challenges. In a statement commemorating the democratic milestone, Rt. Hon. Fadeyi, who represents the Ona-Ara State Constituency , emphasized that safeguarding the nation’s democracy requires a collective shield of patriotism, collaboration, and spiritual intervention. "Democracy is not just about elections; it is about the peace, safety, and well-being of the people. As we celebrate our democratic journey, we must confront the reality of our security challenges with genuine unity. I urge all Nigerians, regardless of faith or political affiliation, to continue praying fervently for our nati...
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