Group Seeks Transparency In Governors’ Use Of Security Votes

By Ayobami Agboola, Osogbo

The World Institute for Peace (WIP), has demanded transparency from Nigerian governors in the utilisation of security votes.

WIP also charged the federal government of Nigeria to redouble its efforts in addressing the persistent security challenges threatening lives and livelihoods across the country.

The Institute made this known, on Friday, in a statement issued by its Executive Director, Lamina Kamiludeen Omotoyosi, and made available to CityMirrorNews, in Abuja.

WIP harped on the need for state governors to ensure that the security votes allocated to them are used responsibly, transparently, and strictly for improving peace and stability within their respective states.

The World Institute for Peace noted that while state governments receive considerable funds under the security vote system, the impact of these allocations depends on how effectively and accountably they are managed.

According to WIP, promoting transparency and accountability in the use of security votes is essential to restoring public confidence, curbing insecurity, and building a safer and more stable nation.