NGA non-partisan civic organization called Oganihu has condemned the practice of extortion and abuse by security forces at checkpoints in the South-Eastern region of Nigeria. The group, composed of Igbo professionals and citizens, highlighted issues such as prolonged detention, arbitrary actions, and lack of accountability from security agencies and local governments. They emphasized the need for transparency and proper oversight, urging the inspection and potential removal of checkpoints without clear security justification. Oganihu also called for legal action against officers engaging in financial exploitation and requested state governors to ensure accountability and transparency in the use of state resources allocated to security services.
Bias read (Center): The article presents a balanced critique of security practices without overtly favoring any political ideology. While it highlights systemic issues within security agencies, it does not take a partisan stance or promote specific political agendas. The call for accountability and reform appears to be
