Lack of Press Tags at Nigeria's National Assembly Raises Security Concerns

The article highlights the security concerns at Nigeria's National Assembly due to the absence of official press tags. John Okafor, a parliamentary security officer, encountered individuals impersonating journalists and defrauding military officials.

The impostors collected money under the guise of covering the National Assembly. The Senate Committee on Ethics and Privileges investigated the incidents, urging accredited journalists to be vigilant.

The lack of official press tags has created an insecure environment, allowing impostors to move freely within the complex. The former system of press tag issuance, overseen by Moham Sani Omolori, the Clerk of the National Assembly, was discontinued, leading to challenges in verifying legitimate journalists.

The incidents underscore the need for enhanced security measures to prevent unauthorized access and fraudulent activities within the National Assembly complex.