An APC chieftain in Osun State, Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has urged President Bola Tinubu not to be distracted by the tactics of the opposition ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Oyintiloye said the President should instead focus on governance and tackle security threats identified by security agencies head-on.
The APC chieftain, according to a statement, made the call while speaking with newsmen on Sunday in Osogbo, against the backdrop of a recent intelligence alert by the Department of State Services over possible attacks on vulnerable locations, particularly in the southern part of the country.
Reports published last week said the DSS had alerted Muslim and Christian leaders in Osun State to an alleged plan by terrorists to attack places of worship and other public gathering centres.
Oyintiloye said “the President must urgently support security agencies to intensify surveillance, strengthen inter-agency collaboration and take proactive measures to safeguard lives and property amid emerging security concerns.
He said “security agencies should be reinforced through heightened vigilance, improved intelligence gathering and coordinated preventive action nationwide.”
Oyintiloye, a former lawmaker, also called on all relevant security agencies to work closely together, share intelligence and strengthen surveillance and rapid-response mechanisms.
He particularly urged increased security around schools, places of worship, NYSC facilities, parks, garages and other vulnerable locations, especially with schools in session.
The APC chieftain also called for an immediate, thorough and transparent investigation into the recent killings in Osun State.
He urged security agencies to identify all persons suspected to have participated in, sponsored or facilitated the violence and ensure that anyone against whom sufficient evidence was established was prosecuted in accordance with the law.
He appealed to all stakeholders, including transport workers, community leaders, traditional rulers and religious leaders, to remain calm and cooperate with security agencies by providing credible information that could assist investigations and prevent further violence.
“If necessary, service chiefs should review and adjust their operational strategies without hesitation, as time is of the essence,” he added.
He also called on state governors to complement the President’s efforts by providing adequate support and resources to security agencies within their jurisdictions.
While acknowledging the President’s constitutional role as Chief Security Officer of the nation, Oyintiloye emphasised that governors and local government chairmen are closer to the grassroots and must take proactive measures to strengthen local intelligence and maintain peace.
“A nation with a strong and effective security system is better positioned for accelerated development, economic prosperity, and sustainable social services,” he said.
He urged citizens to remain vigilant, cooperate with security agencies by providing timely and useful information, and continue to pray for peace, unity and progress in the country.
