A political expert has urged President Bola Tinubu to reject calls for emergency rule in Benue State. Professor Leonard Karshima Shilgba wrote an open letter warning that emergency powers could damage public trust. He argues the government should try other options first before declaring emergency rule. Recent attacks and killings by suspected herdsmen have sparked demands for emergency measures. The professor believes these extreme steps might backfire and hurt democracy.
Shilgba says state governors cannot properly handle security threats because federal rules limit their power. Federal security agencies often ignore state laws and orders from governors. Police commissioners rarely follow governor instructions because federal authorities can override them. The professor wants President Tinubu to explain what governors can actually do about security. Current laws make it hard for state leaders to protect their people.
The expert suggests several fixes to improve security without emergency rule. He wants changes to Section 215 of the constitution to give governors more control over police. States should create their own police forces to work alongside federal officers. The professor also recommends security trust funds to help states pay for better protection. These changes would give local leaders real power to fight crime and keep citizens safe.
Shilgba says state governors cannot properly handle security threats because federal rules limit their power. Federal security agencies often ignore state laws and orders from governors. Police commissioners rarely follow governor instructions because federal authorities can override them. The professor wants President Tinubu to explain what governors can actually do about security. Current laws make it hard for state leaders to protect their people.
The expert suggests several fixes to improve security without emergency rule. He wants changes to Section 215 of the constitution to give governors more control over police. States should create their own police forces to work alongside federal officers. The professor also recommends security trust funds to help states pay for better protection. These changes would give local leaders real power to fight crime and keep citizens safe.
