BREAKING: There Is A State, I Won’t Mention The Name, The Local Security Weren’t Paid, Gov Didn’t Know – Adekoya
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Security expert Oyekachi Adekoya has called for greater accountability among state governors and local government chairmen in addressing Nigeria’s security challenges, arguing that responsibility for insecurity should not always be placed solely on the President.
Speaking during an interview on News Central TV, on Thursday, 4 June, 2026 Adekoya said effective security management requires commitment from leaders at all levels of government, particularly those closest to affected communities.
The security analyst maintained that while the federal government plays a critical role in coordinating national security efforts, state and local authorities must also be held responsible for lapses within their jurisdictions.
To illustrate his point, Adekoya recounted an incident involving a local security outfit in an unnamed state, claiming that personnel went unpaid for months without the knowledge of the state governor.
“There is a state in this country, I won’t mention the name. The local security team were not paid for 6 months, the governor did not know. In fact, one of the aids of the governor was arguing with me on TV that they have been paid meanwhile, they have not been paid,” he said.
According to him, such situations undermine the effectiveness of grassroots security structures that are often relied upon to provide intelligence and support law enforcement agencies in tackling criminal activities.
Adekoya argued that local security personnel who are not adequately funded or motivated may struggle to perform their duties effectively, thereby creating vulnerabilities that criminal groups can exploit. He stressed that ensuring prompt payment and proper welfare for security operatives should be considered a priority by state governments.
The security expert further noted that insecurity is a shared responsibility that requires active participation from federal, state and local authorities. He urged citizens to demand accountability from elected officials at all levels rather than focusing criticism exclusively on the Presidency.
