Today's Sunrise Daily, a programme on the Channels TV had as its guest the spokesperson of the state security service, Marilyn Ogar. The programme which often times discusses the state of the nation focused on the national security of the nation. Ogar, while responding to questions called on Nigerians to be conscious of their environment, and report suspicious activities and strange movement around us to security agencies. She called on motor parks operators to collaborate with local Govt councils to emplace physical security measures around such facilities.
When asked about the recent call by the NASS for the adoption of new approach in the war against terror, she maintained that the security outfits are open to positive and workable suggestions, in so far as such option will not further deepen the fragile security situation in the country.
I must say the interview was timely, owing to the reactions that have greeted the Kano bomb blast. Her insistence that security is collective business shows that we all have a role to play in ensuring peace and stability in the country. As she rightly pointed out, we support work the security forces. We must be vigilant.
The call for amnesty for me must not be considered. If they are granted amnesty today, are we ready to grant same to OPC and MASSOB when they eventually rise up? Amnesty appears to have been politicized. Drop workable options for our security agencies here.

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Its a wake up call for us all..