GOV. ODODO’S EXECUTIVE PROCLAMATION NOT STATE OF EMERGENCY . (PHOTO).
Gov. Ododo’s Executive Proclamation Not State of Emergency Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo has clarified that his recent Executive Proclamation on security protocols in the state is not a declaration of a state of emergency but a set of necessary measures to enhance the security architecture to crackdown on criminals in all parts of the state. This was contained in a statement by the Special Adviser on Media to the Governor, Hon. Ismaila Isah, explaining that the proclamation is a lawful constitutional measure aimed at strengthening security coordination and protecting lives and property across Kogi State. Gov. Ododo emphasized that it is within his powers as the Chief Security Officer of the state under Section 14 subsection 2(b) of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended). He noted that the proclamation seeks to enhance collaboration among security agencies without suspending constitutional rights or declaring a ...
The Lagos State Government has warned the general public to henceforth desist from molesting or assaulting its officials on duties within the State or face tthe wrath of the State Government.Giving this warning was the State Commissioner for Finance,Mr Akinyemi Ashade,while reactng to a report of assault of a Land Use Charge field officer on duty at No 9,Mologede Street Meiran in Ayobo-Ipaja area of the State.According to the report,Usuaulele Ernest and his sister Usuaulete Jessica beat up the field officer and destroyed hiss camera while taking the photography of a bill posted on the property as part of the evidence of notice served on the property as demanded by Law.The Commissioner warned that the State Government will not hesitate to deal decisively with anybody obstructing its officials in the performance of his/her lawful duty within the provision of Law.Ashade urged Land Use Charge Field Officers to continue putting in their best in the performance of their duties and assured them of Government's commitment to their welfare and safety while on duty.
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