NGThe Inspector General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has issued a stern warning against unauthorized individuals carrying arms, emphasizing that only authorized police personnel are permitted to bear weapons. Speaking during a security stakeholders' meeting in Benue State, Disu announced a crackdown on illegal firearms and highlighted the growing insecurity in the region, which has led to sleepless nights for both residents and security agencies. He expressed concern over the shift from previous peace and hospitality in Benue to current violence driven by criminal gangs, kidnappers, and political interests. Disu conveyed President Bola Tinubu's directive that such attacks and retaliations would no longer be tolerated. Governor Hyacinth Alia welcomed the IGP's intervention, acknowledging the impact of the insecurity on lives, farming, and national food security, while noting efforts to strengthen inter-agency cooperation and support for security personnel.
Bias read (Center): The article presents a balanced account of the Inspector General of Police's statement regarding the crackdown on illegal arms and the rising insecurity in Benue State. It includes quotes from both the IGP and the governor, providing perspectives from different levels of authority without evident sl
