The presidency has fired back at Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde over his call for a United Nations investigation into the recent abduction incident in the state, describing the demand as unnecessary and politically charged. In a sharp rebuke, presidential spokespersons dismissed the governor's request, insisting that Nigerian security agencies are fully capable of handling the matter without foreign intervention. The government argued that Makinde's push for a UN probe undermines the nation's sovereignty and sends a wrong signal about the capacity of local law enforcement.
According to sources familiar with the matter, the presidency views the governor's move as a distraction from the ongoing efforts by security operatives to resolve the case. Officials questioned why Makinde would seek international involvement when the country has its own well-established security apparatus. They suggested that the demand may be aimed at gaining political mileage rather than achieving any meaningful solution to the security challenge.
The Oyo State governor had earlier appealed for the UN to step in, citing the need for transparency and a thorough investigation into the incident. However, the federal government swiftly shot down the proposal, maintaining that such a probe would be an overreach and a waste of international resources. The presidency reaffirmed its confidence in the police and other security agencies to bring the perpetrators to justice without external help.
As the debate continues, residents of the affected community are watching closely to see how the situation unfolds. The federal government has assured the public that all necessary measures are being taken to address the abduction and prevent future occurrences. Meanwhile, the state government has yet to respond to the presidency's criticism.
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