The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kebbi State has called for a comprehensive, thorough, and impartial security investigation into the recent outbreak of violence in Jega Local Government Area.
The ruling party issued the demand following clashes that disrupted public peace in the area, raising concerns among local stakeholders over political tensions and security stability in the state.
Party leaders have urged security agencies to fish out the perpetrators and sponsors of the unrest, stressing that law-abiding citizens deserve protection regardless of political affiliations, as detailed in recent reports on the incident.
Political violence remains a persistent challenge during electoral cycles and intra-party contests across various regions in Nigeria, prompting constant calls from civil society organisations and political actors for stricter enforcement of electoral laws and swift prosecution of offenders.
Security Agencies Urged to Act Promptly
The Kebbi State chapter of the APC emphasised that impunity must not be allowed to take root in the area, warning that failure to prosecute those behind the Jega violence could embolden bad actors ahead of future political engagements.
Law enforcement authorities in the state have yet to release a detailed official report regarding arrests or the immediate triggers of the clash, but security patrols have reportedly been intensified across flashpoints in Jega to forestall any breakdown of law and order.
Community leaders and local authorities are expected to engage security commands in Kebbi State to review local security architecture and prevent a recurrence of the violence.
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