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Ogun State Governor, Amosun Emerges Best Security Conscious Gov In W’africa by emiye(m): 3:12am On Oct 26, 2012 |
Ogun State Governor, Senator Ibikunle Amosun, was Saturday in Accra, Ghana, honoured as the “Best Security Conscious State Governor in West Africa” by Security Watch Africa. Security Watch Africa is an organisation that sets security agenda for African leaders and is at the forefront of celebrating Security and Safety Excellence in Africa. The governor, while receiving the award at La Palm Royal Beach Hotel in Accra, described Ogun State as the “economic and business destination of Nigeria,” a statement made available to THISDAY yesterday said. He said his government placed a high premium on security, hence its massive investment in security equipment like the state-of-the-art Armoured Personnel Carriers (APCs) and Hilux vans fitted with modern communication gadgets, among others. “Today in Nigeria, Ogun State is ranked among the first three most secure states,” Amosun declared. This achievement, according to the governor, has been made possible by the support of our security agencies, the cooperation of the good people of Ogun State and their determination to rid our environment of all forms of criminality. Senator Amosun, ably supported by his wife, Mrs. Olufunso Amosun, added that the honour was in recognition of the successes recorded in the state. He noted the challenge posed by the proximity of Ogun to Lagos and its land border with the Republic of Benin. “These pose challenges to us. To make sure that our state is secure for the good people of Ogun State, investors and all Nigerians who daily throng our state to do business, we had to go on this offensive. Lagos State government has succeeded in driving criminals from the city and I believe we have a duty to make Ogun State an uncomfortable zone for them,” he said. The governor used the opportunity of the award ceremony to invite the people of Ghana to come to Ogun State to invest their money, “because the state holds the future economic and industrial base of Nigeria.” Speaking earlier at the event, the Chairperson, Board of Trustees, Security Watch Africa, Dr Theresa Oppory Beeko, said the awards were instituted to encourage governments across West Africa to confront headlong the challenge posed by insecurity, as businesses could only thrive in a peaceful environment. She reminded governments in the sub-region of their constitutional responsibility to ensure security and welfare of their peoples. She singled out Governor Amosun for deserving the prestigious “Best Security Conscious State Governor in West Africa” because of his achievements in the security sub-sector since May, 2011 when he assumed the leadership of Ogun State. Among those that received other awards by Security Watch Africa included the governor of Abia State and three Police Commissioners from Nigeria. It will be recalled that the administration of Senator Ibikunle Amosun inherited a serious security problem which sometimes led to banks closing business because of fear of armed robbers. During the launch of the Armoured Personnel Carriers, the very latest technology of APCs in the world and first of such in Nigeria, in Abeokuta, the capital of Ogun State, on April 22nd, 2012, the Inspector-General of Police, Mr Muhammed Abubakar, said: “I have served in all six geographical zones of this country, I have never seen the kind of equipment you are donating to security agents today. This is the first of such maximum donation I have ever seen since I have been serving as Police officer.” The era of banks closing business because of insecurity has since ended in Ogun State and many foreign and local investors are now taking advantage of its business-friendly environment such as sticking to international best practices in the interface of the public with government officials and respect for due process and sanctity of the rule of law. http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/amosun-emerges-best-security-conscious-gov-in-w-africa/128298/ |
Re: Ogun State Governor, Amosun Emerges Best Security Conscious Gov In W’africa by PaulJohn1: 3:19am On Oct 26, 2012 |
Great achievement, I think Ajumobi of Oyo is aswell commendable for the drastic improvement in the security of the state, compared to how it was some years back It's a thumb up for Amosun |
Re: Ogun State Governor, Amosun Emerges Best Security Conscious Gov In W’africa by bashr8: 3:22am On Oct 26, 2012 |
really |
Re: Ogun State Governor, Amosun Emerges Best Security Conscious Gov In W’africa by onatisi(m): 5:54am On Oct 26, 2012 |
"Best Security Conscious State Governor in West Africa” dumb awards like this are only given to nigerian public officials, these organizations know that nigerian government officials will pay hard currency for such awards . i wonder how much he paid after he was told he is the award recipient |
Re: Ogun State Governor, Amosun Emerges Best Security Conscious Gov In W’africa by PaulJohn1: 7:10am On Oct 26, 2012 |
Why are some of us just so bitter on worthless things? Rather than displaying our hatred, isn't it better we stay mute? E go better |
Re: Ogun State Governor, Amosun Emerges Best Security Conscious Gov In W’africa by k2039: 7:19am On Oct 26, 2012 |
*laughable* |
Re: Ogun State Governor, Amosun Emerges Best Security Conscious Gov In W’africa by Gbawe: 8:18am On Oct 26, 2012 |
onatisi: "Best Security Conscious State Governor in West Africa” dumb awards like this are only given to nigerian public officials, these organizations know that nigerian government officials will pay hard currency for such awards . i wonder how much he paid after he was told he is the award recipient I really don't know why some are so routinely negative and destructive with their utterance. When Amosun proactively took on the role of the FG, at great cost, to buy APC and equip the police, in response to spiralling crime, did you not think that sort of responsive action would come to the notice of others? This was always coming starting from when top cops were waxing lyrical and praising Amosun in Nigeria. Whether you know it or not, African administrators rarely do this. I.e go beyond the call of duty to raise funds and tackle problems that is the financial responsibility of others. That is what Amosun did. If it is now paying off, then rest assured others who are not steeped in negativity will simply give credit where due. "Don't hate appreciate". Amosun is being appreciated and it is insulting you come here insinuating he paid for an award concerning the whole West Africa. Why can you not be proud of our leaders and would rather suggest to the world that they are buying awards? Are you not wise enough to see you only encourage others to mock us? That is why it is the opinion of many that Nigerians are their own worst enemies. Follow events more and you will know why Amosun won this award instead of coming here to ignorantly suggest he 'bought' it. What Amosun did was very impressive and others are simply acknowledging that. http://tribune.com.ng/index.php/opinion/49836-amosun-a-honour-well-deserved
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Re: Ogun State Governor, Amosun Emerges Best Security Conscious Gov In W’africa by onatisi(m): 8:34am On Oct 26, 2012 |
@gbawe ,so you think this is good award abi"Best Security Conscious State Governor in West Africa”?who is the cheif sucurity officer of the state ?isnt that why he was elected ?if he likes let him buy helicopters for the police he is simply doing his job.so you think such a dumb award can be given to govs in more civilised countries,i think it is right time we nigerians differntiates rights from priviledges ,and duties from achievements, you might as well say he is the best gov for paying his workers salary sine we should also count that as n achievement too |
Re: Ogun State Governor, Amosun Emerges Best Security Conscious Gov In W’africa by Gbawe: 9:05am On Oct 26, 2012 |
onatisi: @gbawe ,so you think this is good award abi"Best Security Conscious State Governor in West Africa”?who is the cheif sucurity officer of the state ?isnt that why he was elected ?if he likes let him buy helicopters for the police he is simply doing his job.so you think such a dumb award can be given to govs in more civilised countries,i think it is right time we nigerians differntiates rights from priviledges ,and duties from achievements, Amosun was "elected" to buy APC, Helicopters and equip the Nigerian Police force? What crass ignorance !!! Arming and equipping the Police is, first and foremost, the duty of the FG. 100% fact. If you don't know that and can utter the totally empty "Chief security officer" argument, then it is obvious why you would ignorantly think Amosun is only doing "His job". From that first position of ignorance, it is then glaring why you wrongly think he deserves no praise for "doing his job". It is not his job to buy APC's and equip the Police. Governors are not really "Chief security officers" in an official sense. The Federal Government controls the Police completely and has the duty of supplying our force with whatever it is they need to fight crime. There is no provision in any State budget for the acquisition of APC's, Patrol vans or bullet proof vests for the NPF. That is why everyone is impressed Amosun has gone beyond his responsibility to assume the duty of the FG and supply these things with funds he raised proactively. Nigerian leaders are just fond of empty rhetoric and meaningless superlative tags hence the empty "Chief security officer" jargon confusing you as per the duty or responsibility of Governors. Read what is written below and stop wallowing in ignorance. Most importantly, give credit where due so those performing are encouraged to do more. Amosun is being praised because he took on the role and responsibilities of the FG to arrest spiralling crime . Even your negative persona should not leave you blind to why such effort deserves commendation. http://odili.net/news/source/2012/oct/17/816.html Governors not chief security officers - Aregbesola |
Re: Ogun State Governor, Amosun Emerges Best Security Conscious Gov In W’africa by emiye(m): 5:22pm On Oct 26, 2012 |
onatisi: @gbawe ,so you think this is good award abi"Best Security Conscious State Governor in West Africa”?who is the cheif sucurity officer of the state ?isnt that why he was elected ?if he likes let him buy helicopters for the police he is simply doing his job.so you think such a dumb award can be given to govs in more civilised countries,i think it is right time we nigerians differntiates rights from priviledges ,and duties from achievements,Mr PDP-oyo state., your post is painted with color ignorance. I hope you learn from Gbawe's enlightenment. |
Re: Ogun State Governor, Amosun Emerges Best Security Conscious Gov In W’africa by Aderostock(m): 6:23pm On Oct 26, 2012 |
Thank God for giving us someone like Tinubu who let us have Fashola, Aregbesola, Fayemi, Ajimobi, Amosun and Oshiomole. |
Re: Ogun State Governor, Amosun Emerges Best Security Conscious Gov In W’africa by GARRIx7(m): 8:58pm On Oct 26, 2012 |
@Gbawe: On a serious note what do you do for a living?? Here on NL you sound like one of those Profs in UI who enjoy imparting knowledge to others (though I can't fail to notice ur obsession with ACN) Pls keep educating ignorant folks like Onatisi. Don't give up on them, they need ur fatherly enlightenment.... You are one of the few persons whose posts are always mature Άnd laced with gems of knowledge. More grease 2 ur elbow.... And More Amala to ur plate... |
Re: Ogun State Governor, Amosun Emerges Best Security Conscious Gov In W’africa by Gbawe: 10:44pm On Oct 26, 2012 |
GARRI (x7): My brother, I enjoy reading from amicable and witty Nairalanders like you. You make this place a little enjoyable in the midst of all the ethnic hatred and e-fights. As per what I do, suffice to say I have absolutely nothing to do with politics in real life. I am just someone interested in Nigerians getting a 'better deal'. The ACN thing is because I am a pragmatist who believe in the notion of the lesser devil till evolution delivers the "beautiful ones". We all have to make choices, however tough it is to do so, and pitch our tent somewhere. Apathy is really not an option. Mind you, this has never stopped me supporting Nigerian administrators who are performing - wherever they are in Nigeria and whatever Party they belong to. The amala prayer I say amen to. With obe ewedu 1 Like |
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