The member representing Akoko-Edo One Constituency in Edo State House of Assembly, Prince Yekini Idaiye has charged traditional rulers to do more in curbing insecurity in rural areas.
Prince Idaiye gave the charge while addressing journalists in Benin City, on the rising wave of criminal activities, especially in remote communities.
According to the lawmaker “it raised serious concerns about the growing insecurity in rural areas, traditional rulers should do their best to curb the ugly trend, and should not be seen contributing to the security challenge through their actions”.
He decried actions of some traditional leaders who accept royalties and patronages from questionable characters and groups, stressing that such actions could indirectly worsen insecurity in rural areas.
Responding to questions on what steps he has taken as a lawmaker to ensure the safety of his constituents, Prince Idaiye emphasised that security is a collective responsibility of all.
The lawmaker also stated that he had been collaborating closely with the Edo State Security Network and the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in his constituency, as well as local vigilante groups, to curb the rising insecurity.
Prince Idaiye further expressed dissatisfaction with the role some traditional rulers were playing in the security situation.
He cited several communities, including Sasaro, Eshawa, and Ekor, where herders now outnumber the local residents.
Prince Idaiye appealed to traditional leaders to do whatever they could to ensure security of lives and property in their respective communities.
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