Table of Contents

  1. Withdrawal of Police Escorts
  2. Presidential Order
  3. Police Commissioner's Statement
  4. Impact on Political Office Holders
  5. Challenges Faced by NSCDC

There has been a significant withdrawal of police escorts assigned to very important personalities (VIPs) in Kwara State, according to DAILY POST.

This action is in accordance with the directive issued by President Bola Tinubu to the Inspector General of Police, Mr. Kayode Egbetokun.

The Commissioner of Police for Kwara State, Adekimi Ojo, shared this information during a conversation with DAILY POST in Ilorin on Sunday.

He stated that “the compliance is extensive,” noting that no violations have been reported thus far.

Sources within the police command revealed that, apart from the governor and his deputy, who have retained their police escorts, all other political office holders have had their escorts removed.

According to sources, requests for protection are now being redirected to the Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps (NSCDC) Command Headquarters in Ilorin.

However, DAILY POST has learned that the NSCDC is also experiencing a shortage of personnel, which limits its ability to fulfill the high demand for security escorts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are police escorts being withdrawn from VIPs in Kwara State?

The withdrawal of police escorts is in compliance with a directive from President Bola Tinubu aimed at reallocating security resources.

Which officials still retain their police escorts?

Only the governor and the deputy governor of Kwara State have retained their police escorts; all other political office holders have had theirs withdrawn.

What is the current situation with the Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps?

The NSCDC is facing a personnel shortage, which hampers its ability to meet the growing demand for security escorts from political office holders.

Eze Chidiebere Paul

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