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#ENDSARS Protest Mayhem and The Nigeria Police By Nelson Ekujumi
Days after the #EndSars protest which started as a campaign against the alleged brutality and abuse of citizens rights by the Special Anti Robbery Squad (SARS) of the Nigeria police force turned bloody resulting in orchestrated arson attacks, reckless attacks and killings of persons both civilians and security agents, burning and looting of public and private properties across the country, there is an uneasy calm as grief, despondency and anger still reign in the air.
While the injured and those who have lost their loved ones and private properties count their losses, bear and nurse the immeasurable pain and trauma, the government and the citizenry are yet to come to terms with the level of destruction and sacrilege committed in the guise of a supposed peaceful protest.
Today as we write, as an aftermath of the #endsars protest, businesses have been closed down and life brought to a halt for some, commuters are bearing the pains of the destruction and disruption of public transportation system occasioned by the burning of public mass transit buses by agents of darkness, same way as the motoring public come to terms with agonizing traffic gridlock brought about by the absence of official traffic management agencies on the roads. Citizens have become very apprehensive about security due to lack of visible presence of security agents unlike in the past when even if we don’t see them physically, but psychologically, we can feel their presence through patrols on motor bikes and vehicles, checkpoints and police stations.
Presently, the morale of our security agencies due to the #endsars protests are at the lowest ebb due to the burning of police stations, killing of security agents and carting away arms and ammunition by criminals masquerading as protesters while the society that is supposed to rally round them in defense, either by complicity or fear, looks the other way and applaud.
Whether we like it or not, our security agencies mirror us as a people, whatever has become of our security agencies is a true picture of whom we are. For instance, at traffic intersections across the world, including our small neighbors like Republic of Benin, Togo, Ghana, etc, the motoring public complies almost absolutely to traffic regulations controlled by traffic lights and signs even as human traffic agents are just on standby, but not in Nigeria, where the traffic lights and signs have no meaning, where the traffic official has to arm himself with a symbol of force such as a rifle, baton or improvised stick or cudgel just to enforce compliance on our roads, that is how bad our situation is.
All over the world, the police is your friend, but in Nigeria due to a number of factors of which we are all culpable, reverse is the case. Yet, we blame the police and look down on them as if they are a special specie of humans from mars who are the architect of our problems, but is that so? Absolutely not.
As we count our loses aftermath of the #endsars protest and trying to come to terms with the psychological trauma and damage to the psyche of the Nigerian people and the police in particular in this period of national call for the reform of the police as an institution, there is the urgent need for us to put on our thinking caps and proffer workable solution so that we don’t go back to our vomit.
One of the ways to reform our policing institution in this trying times even as the various states panels on inquiry is sitting, is for the Community Development Associations (CDA) at our various communities, to physically visit the destroyed and burnt police stations to commiserate with the officers and men and also try to physically visit families of injured and slain police officers in the line of duty to share in their pain and grief.
We should in the interim at the various communities where police stations have been burnt, officers and men attacked, assure the men and officers that we condemn this dastardly act of violence against them and will never support such, no matter the circumstances.
Communities who are desirous of lifting the demoralized morale of the police, should immediately improvised a habitat, for burnt police stations as a show of solidarity and support pending when the government will rebuild the destroyed buildings.
As the Inspector General of Police (IGP) embarks on a morale boosting visiting tour of police formations across the country, we must also realize that the reform of the police is a collective exercise that must see us walking the talk and it must begin from now.
The police as an institution charged with the responsibility of protecting life and property as well as maintaining law and order no matter it’s imperfections, is one agency of state that no society can do without else such a society will degenerate into the Hobbesian state of nature. That is the plan of the criminals who unleashed violence on the police and our society and it is our collective responsibility to ensure that their plan fails and it should.
Police Day 2026: IGP Disu Leads Nationwide Walkathon To Strengthen Community Trust
The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, on Tuesday led the management team, alongside officers and personnel of the Nigeria Police Force, in a nationwide walkathon to commemorate the 2026 National Police Day.
The event, held across state capitals and the Federal Capital Territory, formed part of activities marking Day Two of the annual celebration, themed “Community Partnership: Building Trust.”
The symbolic exercise, which drew participation from both police personnel and members of the public, was aimed at showcasing unity, discipline, and a renewed commitment to community policing and public safety.
According to the Force leadership, the walkathon underscores the Nigeria Police Force’s resolve to strengthen public trust, deepen engagement with citizens, and enhance collaboration in tackling security challenges across the country.
Participants described the initiative as a practical step toward bridging the gap between law enforcement and the communities they serve, while also promoting physical fitness and mental well-being among officers and civilians alike.
With the theme reflecting a shared responsibility for safety, the Police reiterated that sustainable security can only be achieved through active partnership with the public.
The event concluded with a renewed call for collective action under the banner: “Together We Walk, Together We Secure,” emphasizing unity of purpose in building a safer and more secure society for all Nigerians.
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Dr. Chris Okafor invokes divine retribution upon individuals blackmailing the Grace Nation church
Dr. Chris Okafor invokes divine retribution upon individuals blackmailing the Grace Nation church
… Affirming God’s omnipotence to unveil malicious schemes.
To be frank, the ability of Doris Ogala and her associates to withstand the arduous challenges set by Senior Pastor Dr. Chris Okafor of Grace Nation Global at the culmination of the Harvest of Babies 2026 conference, the church’s flagship event, continues to elude me.
It’s advisable not to offend a powerful spiritual leader like Prophet Chris Okafor to avoid potential consequences, as seen in the situation with Doris Ogala, who was rebuked by the prophet; can she rectify the situation through confession?
Insiders close to the man of God claim that despite relentless online bullying and blackmailing, the Generational Prophet remains resolute, stating that God’s power has been evident throughout the commission’s existence. The reason for this wonderful statement is found in the scriptures, “Upon this rock I shall build my Church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail.” The more falsehoods are spread about the church and its leader, the more God elevates the church and propels him to greater heights, he asserted. He emphasized that blessings and fruitfulness are antidotes to curses, noting that God continues to bestow blessings upon the church, including miracles and the gift of children, which is one reason for the grand finale of the annual family liberation program, The Harvest of Babies.
However, the man of God issued a curse on each person speaking ill of the church, blackmailing, and uttering all sorts of falsehoods against the church, declaring that if they refused to repent within a few days, the earth would swallow them and their family members, stating that they would be of no use to themselves, their families, or society at large.
The spiritual leader cautions his followers to beware of such individuals including Doris Ogala who may taint their faith, and urges them to treat these persons as emissaries of the devil, avoiding them altogether.
Recall that the 2026 harvest of babies concluded with a remarkable birth of a miracle baby boy to a woman on the third day of the conference, accompanied by the dedication of several other miracle babies, all to the glory of God.
Christopher Sunday David writes from
Austria
“Together We Walk, Together We Secure”: Police Launch 2026 Walkathon In Abuja
The Nigeria Police Force has announced plans to host a walkathon in commemoration of the 2026 National Police Day, aimed at promoting unity, peace, and stronger community partnership.
The event is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, with participants expected to converge at the Force Headquarters Abuja by 6:00 a.m., where the walk will commence.
According to the organisers, the walkathon is designed to bring together members of the public, stakeholders, and security personnel in a show of solidarity and shared commitment to national security.
With the theme, “Together we walk, together we secure,” the initiative underscores the importance of collaboration between the police and citizens in maintaining peace and safety across the country.
Members of the public have been encouraged to participate in the exercise, which forms part of activities lined up to mark this year’s National Police Day celebration.
It is believed that the walkathon would not only foster closer ties between the police and the communities but also serve as a platform to promote awareness on collective responsibility in ensuring a safer society.
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