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The Convener of the Omoluabi Parapo Conservative Group, Obabìnrin Aderonke Okeleye, has applauded President Bola Tinubu for declaring a state of emergency on insecurity, describing the decision as a bold and necessary step toward restoring peace and stability across Nigeria, Eko Hot Blog reports.
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Reacting to what she called the All Progressives Congress (APC)’s decisive approach to tackling insecurity, Okeleye noted that the President’s directive demonstrates strong political will to protect citizens and ensure national development is not derailed by the “increasingly audacious activities of criminal elements.”
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She said the declaration provides security agencies an opportunity to intensify collaboration, enhance operational strategies, and adopt more intelligence-driven methods to protect vulnerable communities nationwide.
Okeleye urged governors in the South-West to complement the federal initiative by strengthening the region’s local security architecture, particularly the Amotekun Corps.
She called for more investment in community-based surveillance, early-warning systems, and other grassroots security mechanisms.
“Insecurity in the South-West has taken new dimensions in recent years. While we acknowledge the commendable efforts of our governors, this is the moment to deepen coordination, modernise security infrastructure, and ensure no community is left vulnerable,” she said.
She further advocated for enhanced regional cooperation, increased funding for security formations, and technology-driven interventions such as drone monitoring, digital surveillance, and rapid-response systems.
The Omoluabi Parapo leader also appealed to traditional rulers, community leaders, and civil society organisations to work closely with government to strengthen grassroots intelligence-gathering, noting that community safety is a “shared responsibility.”
“The Omoluabi ethos we uphold is grounded in peace, discipline, and communal responsibility. Security is the foundation upon which every aspiration of our people stands,” she added.
The group reaffirmed its commitment to supporting initiatives that promote stability and socio-economic development across the South-West and Nigeria at large.
In a related development, Okeleye again urged South-West governors and traditional rulers to give urgent, collective attention to the region’s worsening security challenges.
Speaking during a weekend press briefing, she highlighted rising incidents of banditry, kidnapping, armed robbery, and communal tensions, stressing that these threats require stronger, coordinated responses from both political and cultural institutions in Yorubaland.
While acknowledging ongoing federal interventions, she insisted that the unique security dynamics of the South-West demand home-grown vigilance, improved intelligence sharing, and closer collaboration between states, security agencies, and traditional institutions.
She described traditional rulers as “key custodians of community-level intelligence,” and noted that governors have the constitutional mandate to coordinate internal security.
“The safety of our people must be non-negotiable,” she stated. “We cannot build economic prosperity, cultural preservation, or political stability in an atmosphere of fear. South-West leaders must rise above political differences to protect our land.”
Okeleye reiterated the Omoluabi Parapo Conservative Group’s dedication to fostering peaceful coexistence, civic responsibility, and the advancement of Yoruba interests within Nigeria’s democratic structure.
Meanwhile, she commended South-West governors for the successful conclusion of their recent strategic meeting in Ibadan. She described the gathering as a “timely and unified intervention,” adding that the resolutions reached reflect renewed commitment to addressing the region’s critical concerns—especially security, economic integration, and cultural preservation.
According to her, the collaborative posture of the governors signals effective leadership and a shared vision for safeguarding long-term Yoruba interests.
She urged continued collaboration among political actors, traditional rulers, and civic organisations to ensure that the resolutions translate into tangible improvements for residents of the region.
Okeleye reaffirmed the Omoluabi Parapo Conservative Group’s readiness to support all initiatives that promote unity, prosperity, and the overall well-being of communities across the South-West.
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