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Nigeria Is Not Owned by Anyone—Except Those Who Build Her

  On this Democracy Day, I had intended to rest my pen. I wanted to leave the fate written on the walls of history to speak for itself. I thought perhaps the sacrifices of those who fought for democracy were enough testimony. Yet, in the final hour, a thought stirred within me, compelling me to write a message to all of us who have come together to form this sovereign nation called Nigeria. My message is particularly for those who believe that the business of Nigeria lies in the hands of a powerful few. Perhaps they are influenced by what the German sociologist Robert Michels described as the "Iron Law of Oligarchy" ,the tendency for power to concentrate in the hands of a small elite. Looking at our politics, our institutions, and our economy, one may be tempted to believe that the destiny of Nigeria is determined only by those who occupy powerful offices and influential positions. But history tells a different story. Nigeria does not belong to any president, governor, politi...
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Osun Govt Raises Alarm Over Alleged Plot to Free Lameco Banditry Suspect, Warns Police Against Political Influence

 


By OrionTimes News Desk | June 8, 2026


The Osun State Government has cautioned the state police command against yielding to alleged political pressure in the handling of a suspected bandit linked to the Lameco security case, warning against what it described as attempts to secure the suspect's release through unverified psychiatric claims.



The government's reaction followed separate developments surrounding the controversial case. Earlier on Sunday, a civil society organisation, the Public Safety Accountability Group, alleged that prominent members of the opposition APC in Osun State were mounting pressure on law enforcement authorities to facilitate the suspect's release on medical grounds.


According to the group, several APC chieftains were allegedly visiting police formations and making contacts aimed at obtaining bail for the suspect. The organisation described the move as an attempt to undermine what it called a significant breakthrough in efforts to dismantle a criminal network operating within the state.


Responding to public concerns, the Osun State Police Command confirmed that the suspect is undergoing psychiatric evaluation. The command also stated that an herbal practitioner had reportedly been treating the suspect for mental illness for the past ten years.


However, the police statement did not address allegations regarding the involvement of certain APC leaders in efforts to secure the suspect's release.


In a statement issued by the Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Oluomo Kolapo Alimi, the state government warned against any attempt to manipulate security institutions for political purposes.


The government urged the police command to exercise caution and avoid actions capable of weakening public confidence in ongoing security operations or emboldening criminal elements.


Specifically, the government demanded answers to several questions surrounding the case:


- Where is the medical report confirming the suspect's alleged psychiatric condition?

- Who is the herbal practitioner said to have treated the suspect for the past decade, and where is the documented statement supporting the claim?

- Is it true that APC chieftains and their emissaries have approached police authorities seeking the suspect's release?

- Why did the police remain silent on the matter until concerns were publicly raised by the civil society group?


The government stressed that these questions are critical to ensuring transparency and maintaining public trust in the investigation.


It further called on the Inspector-General of Police and other relevant security agencies to closely monitor developments surrounding the case, while urging the Osun State Commissioner of Police to prevent the politicisation of what it described as a sensitive security matter.


"The integrity of law enforcement institutions must be protected at all times, especially in matters involving serious security concerns," the statement noted.


The controversy surrounding the Lameco suspect continues to generate widespread public interest as residents await further clarification from security authorities regarding the investigation and the allegations of political interference.

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