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Ondo APC Demands State Police Law, Proposes ‘Akeredolu Bill’ Amid Rising Insecurity.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State has urged the National Assembly to promptly pursue constitutional amendments to enable the establishment of state police. In a statement released on Saturday in Akure, the party’s spokesperson, Steve Otaloro, described the move as a necessary response to Nigeria’s escalating insecurity, citing rising incidents of kidnappings, banditry, and violent crimes across the country.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Otaloro highlighted that national discussions have reached a consensus on the need for decentralized policing. He noted that rural banditry, herdsmen attacks, kidnappings, urban crime, and cross-border extremist activities have exposed the limitations of relying solely on a centralized police force. While acknowledging President Bola Tinubu’s efforts to bolster security through increased deployments, modern equipment, enhanced intelligence gathering, and collaboration with state governments, Otaloro emphasized that Nigeria faces “a new and dangerous phase” of insecurity requiring innovative solutions.
“Despite the dedication and sacrifices of the Nigeria Police Force, it cannot fully protect every community without structured support from state-level policing systems,” Otaloro stated. He called on federal lawmakers to expedite deliberations and pass legislation allowing states to create and manage their own police forces.
The APC spokesman recalled that the late Governor Rotimi Akeredolu, SAN, was a pioneering advocate for state police, laying the intellectual and constitutional groundwork for today’s national debate. He proposed that the legislation be named the “Akeredolu State Police Bill” to honor the former governor’s commitment to decentralized policing, which has reshaped national security discourse.
According to Otaloro, the proposed bill would ease pressure on the Nigeria Police Force, strengthen local intelligence networks, reduce banditry, herdsmen attacks, kidnappings, and communal clashes, while allowing the federal government to focus on counterterrorism and border security. He urged lawmakers to prioritize the national interest above political, ethnic, or partisan considerations.
Otaloro further highlighted the success of Amotekun, the regional security outfit initiated by Akeredolu and sustained by Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, as proof that state-backed policing can effectively complement federal efforts. He praised Akeredolu’s foresight in addressing emerging threats and navigating legal and political challenges to establish Amotekun, which has since become a model for grassroots security in the Southwest.
The statement also commended Governor Aiyedatiwa for strengthening local security operations through improved training, logistics, intelligence capacity, welfare for operatives, and collaboration with federal agencies, earning Amotekun national recognition for professionalism and results. The APC concluded that passing the proposed State Police Bill, named after a visionary leader, would significantly reinforce Nigeria’s security architecture and safeguard the nation for future generations.
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Osita Okechukwu, has said the factional National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Nafiu Bala Gombe, has damaged the widely promoted image of the party’s presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, as a master political strategist.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Okechukwu made the remark following revelations that Atiku had not contacted Bala amid the leadership crisis rocking the ADC.
Speaking with BBC Radio, Bala disclosed that despite the political crisis within the party, Atiku had never held a meeting with him.
“Atiku hasn’t contacted me even though he comes from my area. I went to court with just the constitution,” Bala said.
He added, “I said to everyone that if they had followed the correct steps, the court would have decided in their favour.
“But if we are correct, then we deserve our rights.”
Reacting to the development while addressing journalists on Sunday, Okechukwu argued that Bala’s revelation had undermined Atiku’s reputation as a skilled political strategist.
According to the APC chieftain, Atiku should have considered it important to privately engage Bala, particularly given their shared political background and family ties.
He said: “You would think that a politician who is always praised by his supporters as a skilled strategist would have seen it as very important to talk to Gombe privately, especially since they share the same local political background and family history.
“It seems strange that Atiku didn’t take such a simple political step, especially when the ADC crisis kept going on, which makes people wonder about the real skill of the so-called master strategist.”
Thousands of supporters took to the streets of Potiskum on Sunday as the campaign motorcade of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, passed through the town, attracting a large crowd of men, women and youths.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
REPHRASE THIS……The Network of Civil Society Groups has announced plans to identify and publicly promote credible candidates across political parties ahead of the 2027 general elections, urging Nigerians to prioritise individual competence and integrity over party affiliation.
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The group said the initiative would provide voters with information about contestants whose records, leadership qualities and policy proposals demonstrate commitment to democratic values, inclusive representation and public accountability.
In a press statement signed on behalf of the network by Emmanuel Olowu Aiyedun, titled “2027: Supporting Persons, Not Parties; Advancing Democratic Pluralism, Inclusive Representation and Accountability,” the organisation said it aims to encourage issue-based electoral choices, political diversity and effective representation at the federal, state and local government levels.
“The initiative is necessary as Nigerians continue to grapple with economic difficulties, rising living costs and challenges in accessing affordable food, reliable electricity, quality healthcare, education and employment opportunities.”
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The organisation stated that citizens should evaluate political aspirants based on their personal records, integrity, competence, leadership experience, public conduct and proposed policies rather than their political parties.
It warned against blind political loyalty, noting that religious sentiments, ethnic affiliations, financial inducements and longstanding party attachment should not determine electoral decisions.
According to the statement, “While political parties remain important democratic institutions, party affiliation should not replace individual credibility, integrity, character, competence and a demonstrable record of public service.”
“We maintain that allowing candidates from different political parties and ideological backgrounds to participate in governance would strengthen democratic institutions, encourage constructive debates and promote checks and balances.”
As part of its planned activities, the organisation said it would organise civic education programmes, public engagements and discussions to enable voters to examine candidates’ backgrounds, policy proposals and commitments to public service.
It added that selected contestants from different political parties would be featured through candidate engagements, public interviews, policy discussions and media outreach to give Nigerians access to information about their leadership capacity and proposed contributions to governance.
The Network also called on political parties, aspirants, civil society organisations and the media to promote issue-based campaigns.
While urging Nigerians to reject vote-buying, ethnic divisions, religious manipulation and other forms of electoral inducement, it stressed the need for the 2027 elections to produce effective representation and accountable leadership responsive to citizens’ needs.
The Network of Civil Society Groups has unveiled plans to identify and publicly promote credible candidates across political parties ahead of the 2027 general elections, urging Nigerians to consider individual competence and integrity rather than party affiliation when choosing their leaders.
The organisation said the initiative would provide voters with information about candidates whose track records, leadership abilities and policy proposals reflect a commitment to democratic values, inclusive representation and public accountability.
In a press statement signed by Emmanuel Olowu Aiyedun on behalf of the network, titled “2027: Supporting Persons, Not Parties; Advancing Democratic Pluralism, Inclusive Representation and Accountability,” the group said the initiative was designed to promote issue-based voting, political diversity and effective representation at the federal, state and local government levels.
It noted that the initiative had become necessary as Nigerians continued to face economic challenges, rising living costs and difficulties accessing affordable food, reliable electricity, quality healthcare, education and employment opportunities.
The organisation urged citizens to assess political aspirants based on their personal records, integrity, competence, leadership experience, public conduct and proposed policies rather than the parties they represent.
It also cautioned against blind political loyalty, stressing that religious sentiments, ethnic affiliations, financial inducements and longstanding attachment to political parties should not influence electoral decisions.
“While political parties remain important democratic institutions, party affiliation should not replace individual credibility, integrity, character, competence and a demonstrable record of public service,” the statement read.
The network further argued that allowing candidates from different political parties and ideological backgrounds to participate in governance would strengthen democratic institutions, encourage constructive debates and promote checks and balances.
As part of its planned activities, the organisation said it would organise civic education programmes, public engagements and discussions to help voters examine candidates’ backgrounds, policy proposals and commitment to public service.
It added that selected candidates from different political parties would be featured through public engagements, interviews, policy discussions and media outreach to give Nigerians more information about their leadership capacity and proposed contributions to governance.
The Network also called on political parties, aspirants, civil society organisations and media outlets to promote issue-based campaigns ahead of the elections.
It urged Nigerians to reject vote-buying, ethnic divisions, religious manipulation and other forms of electoral inducement, emphasising the need for the 2027 elections to produce effective representation and accountable leadership that responds to citizens’ needs.
Thousands of supporters took to the streets of Potiskum on Sunday as the campaign motorcade of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, passed through the town, attracting a large crowd of men, women and youths.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Pictures and videos obtained by DAILY POST showed supporters walking alongside a branded campaign truck conveying party leaders and loyalists. Many were seen waving party flags, banners and posters as they welcomed the procession.
Security personnel were also observed escorting the motorcade as the crowd gathered along the streets, with several vehicles, motorcycles and tricycles joining the procession.
The campaign truck carried the inscriptions “Dokaji 2027” and “A Wajen Allah Muke Nema”, while supporters cheered and chanted slogans as the convoy moved through the town.
The turnout has been described by several supporters on social media as a sign of growing support for the ADC ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Reports also indicated that the party was denied access to a venue in Damaturu, the Yobe State capital, prompting it to relocate its rally to the historic town of Potiskum.
However, News said it could not independently verify the claim as of the time of filing this report.
Atiku’s campaign appearance in Yobe came despite a Federal High Court judgment in Abuja which nullified his emergence as the ADC presidential candidate and removed the party’s David Mark-led executives.
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