The Commissioner of Police (CP), Kogi State Command, Miller G. Dantawaye, psc has reiterated the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to ensuring the safety of life and property in Okun Land. He made this known during a courtesy visit to His Royal Majesty, the Obaro of Kabba, where he sought the monarch’s blessings and collaboration for effective implementation of Community Policing through intelligence gathering to enhance security in Okun Land.

Addressing the Obaro of Kabba, The Olujumu of Ijumu, The Elulu of Mopa and other Royal Highnesses, CP Dantawaye emphasized the importance of Community Policing, urging traditional leaders, farmers, and residents to provide timely and accurate information to Security Agencies. He acknowledged the critical role of the Local Population in combating crime and maintaining law and order.

In response, the Obaro of Kabba, Oba Solomon Dele Awoniyi requests for enhance security presence in Kabba and it’s environs. The monarch highlighted the need for adequate security measures to assures his subjects of their safety as they go about their lawful businesses and activities.

He commended past security operations that had made impact in Okun Land, but required sustained efforts for long-term peace. He appealed to the Police Command to take decisive action to improve security in the area and called for the establishment of a Police Division in some parts of Okun Land to bolster security presence.

Following the meeting at the Obaro Palace, CP Dantawaye proceeded to Ayere Divisional Police Headquarters to assess the facility and encourage personnel deployed and to enhance Community Policing approach as they perform their duty in the area. He commended the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) and personnel for their dedication to duty and reaffirmed his support in improving their welfare.

The CP also paid a courtesy visit to His Royal Highness, the Alayere of Ayere Land, where discussions centered on strengthening security measures in the area. The monarch pledged his full cooperation with the Police and promised to talk to his subjects on the need to collaborate with the Police to secure the area.

The Command remains steadfast in its resolve to protect life and property and urges all citizens to collaborate with law enforcement agents by reporting suspicious activities promptly.

The Commissioner of Police, Kogi State Command, CP Miller G. Dantawaye, on Thursday received delegation from the Civil Society Organisation led by its Chairman, Ambassador Idris Muraina. The visit was aimed at strengthening collaboration between the Police and the CSO to ensure a peaceful and well-coordinated environment for community engagement.

During the visit, the CSO Chairman highlighted the importance of partnerships in fostering peace and addressing societal challenges. He emphasized that networks within the community are integrated into the People-Oriented Policing and Development Management Program, which plays a crucial role in maintaining harmony and facilitating dialogue between Stakeholders.

“We believe in creating a structure where everyone has a voice and can contribute to the development of our community. Our role is to ensure that we engage constructively with relevant authorities to resolve concerns peacefully,” the Chairman stated.

CP Miller G. Dantawaye commended the members of CSOs for their commitment to fostering dialogue and ensuring that civil society organizations operate within a structured and peaceful framework. He reiterated the Command’s level of commitment to maintaining law and order while encouraging open communication with community stakeholders.

The meeting also touched on the importance of responsible advocacy, ensuring that protests and public demonstrations remain peaceful and constructive. Both parties agreed to enhance cooperation in addressing security concerns and supporting initiatives that promote public safety and social stability.

The visit concluded with a commitment from both sides to continue working together in promoting peace, security, and development.

Senator representing Borno South Senatorial District, Ali Mohammed Ndume has demanded for investigation of claims by the United States congressman, Scott Perry who claimed that the United States Agency for International Development, USAID has been funding terrorist organisations, including Boko Haram in the North Eastern Nigeria.

He expressed concerns over the allegation, stating that the claim should not be swept under the carpet, but it should be investigated by the National Assembly, the Federal Government and other relevant security agencies.

The lawmaker who hails from the Southern Borno, an hotbed of Boko Haram and the Islamic State of West African Province, ISWAP operations, was reacting to claims by the American lawmaker, a Republican from Pennsylvania on Thursday last week during the inaugural public hearing of the U.S House SubCommittee on Delivering on Government Efficiency in the United States.

In a viral video, which could be obtained across several media platforms, Perry alleged that USAID had been providing up to $697m annually to terrorist groups, including Boko Haram.

But the former Chief Whip of the Nigerian Senate, Ndume speaking during an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Sunday, Ndume recalled devastation caused by terrorists, wondering about the sophistication of weapons at their disposal.

Ndume said: “Boko Haram has ravaged not only the North-East but even Nigeria as a whole. You can remember how Boko Haram bombed the police headquarters and the UN office in Abuja.

The casualties were enormous. But the security agencies have raised this issue indirectly several times. Even the Borno State government was wary of the operations of some NGOs,” Ndume stated.

He recalled a past security operation where an NGO was allegedly caught training individuals on how to use firearms.

“We have been wondering for years—aside from raids and kidnappings—where are these terrorists getting their funds? It’s worrisome. Now that a U.S. Congressman has openly spoken about it, we can’t dismiss it as just an allegation.

It’s more than that. That’s why the Nigerian government and the National Assembly, especially, need to investigate and verify the veracity of such claims,” he added.