Oyo Assembly Proposes Joint Task Force Against Insecurity

On Wednesday, the Oyo State House of Assembly advocated for the establishment of a special joint security task force to combat the increasing wave of insecurity in vulnerable areas of the state. This initiative, led by lawmakers including Waliu Salami and Luqman Jimoh, aims to address the urgent public concern regarding safety, particularly along the Kishi-Igbeti-Igboho road.

The assembly recalled the June 12 attack where armed bandits ambushed travelers, resulting in the death of Moshood Kayode, a staff member of the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company, and injuries to several others. The lawmakers noted the rise in criminal activities, including kidnappings and violent crimes, particularly in the forest corridors surrounding the Old Oyo National Park.

They commended the efforts of security agencies, including the Nigeria Police Force and the Nigerian Army, while urging Governor Seyi Makinde to provide additional logistical support to enhance security operations. The assembly also called for collaboration with local communities to sustain peace and security in the region.