The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade, Sunday expressed concerns over the worsening security situation across several communities in Ondo, Kwara , Kogi and Ekiti states.
A statement made available to journalists by the director, Culture and Public Relations, Alaafin palace, Mr Ademola Adeniyi, stated that the nature of the incidents posed serious threat to lives, livelihoods, and the overall stability of affected communities.
The Alaafin said: “The current situation demands swift reinforcement, intensified coordination and immediate scaling up of security responses, particularly in vulnerable rural and agrarian areas where citizens are increasingly exposed.
“While acknowledging the ongoing efforts of security agencies and government at all levels, the Alaafin stated that the current situation demands swift reinforcement, intensified coordination, and immediate scaling up of security responses, particularly in
vulnerable rural and agrarian areas where citizens are increasingly exposed.
“The palace respectfully but firmly calls for rapid deployment and strengthened security presence in affected communities, enhanced intelligence gathering and real-time information sharing.”
