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Tosin Kolade
Aug, Tue, 2025

Okiro resolves lingering crisis in Abuja South-South community

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By Joseph Edeh

Mr Mike Okiro, former Inspector-General of Police ( I-G), has successfully intervened and resolved lingering divisions that have rocked the South-South community in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the South-South community in Abuja was polarised by internal disputes and leadership tussles, which threatened the unity and progress of its people

Supreme Ibitomi, the Special Assistant on Media and Publicity to Okiro, said this in a statement on Tuesday in Abuja.

“Through his statesmanship, dialogue, and commitment to peace, Okiro has brought together previously divided groups under one united umbrella.

“However, leveraging his wealth of experience in conflict resolution and community building, Okiro facilitated reconciliation among stakeholders, restoring harmony and fostering a renewed spirit of brotherhood,“ he said.

Supreme said that Okiro’s role in this achievement draws from his legacy as the I-G, during which he pioneered the Amnesty Programme that ended youth restiveness in the Niger Delta.

He said that the former police boss had demonstrated his capacity to build peace, unite communities, and chart the course for development.

“What binds us together as a people is far stronger than what divides us. Today, I am glad to say that the South-South community in Abuja stands united again.

“With this unity, we can achieve greater heights and ensure that our people continue to contribute meaningfully to national growth,” Okiro said.

Mr Bello Premier, a major stakeholder, appreciated Okiro’s fatherly role in the reconciliation process, describing his intervention as the turning point that brought lasting peace.

Also speaking, Mr. Dickson Omoregie, commended Okiro for demonstrating true leadership, saying that his selfless efforts have united the community and restored confidence among its members.

“With the crisis now resolved, the South-South community in the FCT is poised to move forward in peace, unity, and collective development,“ he said.

NAN reports that community leaders and stakeholders hailed Okiro’s intervention as timely, commendable and a testament to his commitment to the progress of the South-South people both in the FCT and across Nigeria. (NAN)

Edited by Uche Anunne

Rabi'u Sani Ali
Aug, Sat, 2025

General News

Okiro refutes usurping I-G’s powers

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By Joseph Edeh

A former Inspector-General of Police, Mike Okiro, has denied plans to usurp the powers of the incumbent Inspector-General of Police (I-G), Mr Kayode Egbetokun.

Okiro made the clarification in a statement by his Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Supreme Ibitomi, on Saturday in Abuja.

“Our attention has been drawn to publications in some quarters claiming that Okiro is usurping the powers of the current Inspector-General of Police (I-G), Kayode Egbetokun.

“We categorically state that these claims are entirely false. It is unfortunate that some individuals will resort to spreading falsehoods to tarnish the reputation of a respected figure like Okiro,” he said.

Okiro said the recent convergence of retired I-Gs was to discuss the compulsory retirement of some senior police officers.

He said the forum, comprising former I-Gs, met to examine the justification behind these retirements.

The former police chief said that his role was merely as the chosen leader of the team, and not as an individual attempting to exert influence over the current police leadership.

According to Okiro, the initiative is a testament to the forum’s commitment to the welfare of police officers and the integrity of the force.

“Egbetokun is an intelligent, well-educated and experienced police officer who does not require external influence to carry out his constitutional duty as the head of the country’s police force.

“We are convinced that this publication emanates from a group of people who are not concerned about the plight of these retired police officers,” he said.

He assured that members of the forum would continue to foster harmony and advocate for the welfare of their colleagues in the service.

“We will not be swayed by malicious propaganda. Our focus remains on ensuring that the rights and dignity of both serving and retired police officers are protected and respected.

“The publication will not intimidate or stampede the forum into abandoning its commitment to the welfare of these officers; rather, it will galvanise our resolve to pursue justice and fairness for all,”he said.

Okiro urged the public to disregard these malicious claims and focus on the real issues affecting the nation.

“The forum will continue to contribute to the growth and development of the Nigeria Police Force.

“We call on well-meaning Nigerians to support our efforts in promoting the welfare of police officers and advancing the cause of justice and security in our country,” he said. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Kadiri Abdulrahman