Oyo kidnap: Federal control of security has left me incapacitated – Makinde

Vanguardngr | 31-05-2026 03:58am |

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has expressed concerns regarding the limitations imposed by the federal control of security agencies, which he believes hampers his ability to address the rising incidents of kidnappings and abductions within the state. Despite his role as the Chief Security Officer of Oyo, he indicated that the current constitutional framework restricts state-level intervention in security matters. This situation has prompted discussions about the need for a reevaluation of the security structure to enhance local governance and response to crime.

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