Niger Delta
Adopt African System Against Crime, Don Urges Security Agencies
A professor of Criminology in the Department of Sociology, University of Uyo, Prof. Aniekan Brown, has faulted the methods adopted by security agencies in tackling crime, insisting that it’s an aberration to adopt euro-centric methods in crime fighting in an African setting
Speaking while presenting the 114 Inaugural lecture of the University titled “Criminological Enterprise: The C.A.K.E. As the New Order”, held during the week, Professor Brown advocated the use of African or indigenous methods in fighting crime and prevention.
He said the concept of CAKE, where C stands for Care, A for Affection, K for Kindness, and E for Empathy should be adopted when dealing with criminals.
According to the inaugural lecturer, studies and investigation from ex-convicts have showed that they were forced to commit crime for lack of care, arguing that if they were cared for, loved, shown kindness and empathy, they wouldn’t have been pushed to crime.
“The virtues of caring for another, showing affection, being kind to people and showing empathy to others in humanity are virtues encouraged by the Almighty.
“Inquiring from the ex-convicts what motivated them to commit crime, their responses pointed to the argument if they were cared for, if those favoured by the status-quo showed them love, kindness, and shared empathy, they may not have been pushed to crime.
“It could be held that if those who indulge in corruption care about the led, show affection and kindness, and are empathic to the masses, corruption would be less hydra-headed”, he stated.
Prof Brown called on Nigerians to respect the nation’s symbols of identity like the National Flag, National Anthem, and the Coat of Arms, saying it would imbibe in citizens the spirit of nationalism as against sectionalism.
He urged the relevant authorities to be proactive in fighting crime, noting that since the statuses, roles, and institutions in the society are the major causes of crime, they also have the ability to curb crime.
“Emphatic and respectful disposition to the national symbols of identity, especially, the National Flag, National Anthem, and the Coat of Arms.
“Revering these will add value to spirit of nationalism over sectionalism in our bid to counter crime; A community consideration of the concept of security. This would ease the pressure on the militarized aspect of security; institutionalization of criminology and security studies.
“The statuses, roles, and institutions in the society are the major causes of crime. Inherent in them are the abilities to curb crime.
“To this end, the institutions of the family, education, economy, religion, and polity, as well as, occupants of positions in the social division of labour and their behaviours while in occupation of such positions, should be tailored towards combating crime.
“This should be done with Afro-centric and indigenous drift. Being Euro-centric in fighting crime on the continent of Africa should be seen as an aberration.
“Crime is a social creation. Its solution is in the social sphere. Knowledge of criminology is necessary for its understanding and subsequent treatment.
“Man is the problem. Man is the solution. May the ideas of criminology and security studies remain promoted for the common good”, he stated.
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Cross River State Governor, Bassey Otu, has said his administration will continue to collaborate with the navy for effective protection of the waterways.
Otu stated this when the Commandant, Nigeria Navy Ship (NNS) Victory, Commodore Shuaib Ahmed, visited him in Calabar.
The Governor described the visit as critical to consolidating the partnership between Cross River State and the navy.
“Peace and stability remain non-negotiable prerequisites for the progress of the state.
“So, this visit reaffirms our shared resolve to keep the state safe and secured through sustained collaboration,” he said.
Otu stated that security remained the foundation for meaningful development in every society.
“No society prospers in the midst of insecurity. As a state, our development vision depends on peace, order and collective vigilance,” he said.
The Governor commended the Navy for the level of professionalism being exuded by its personnel in the discharge of their duties.
He said the Navy’s efforts had hugely boosted investor confidence and strengthened the state’s economic environment.
The Governor assured the Navy of the state government’s continued support towards enhanced operation.
Earlier, Ahmed explained that the visit followed the military tradition of familiarizing with authorities upon assumption of duties.
He stated that it was crucial to align naval operations with the strategic priorities of the state government.
The naval chief thanked the state government for its support to the force, saying, “your support has helped us immensely in achieving targets”
The Commandant further said there was need to strengthen infrastructure and communication systems in order to address evolving security challenges.
“Operationalising key naval facilities will improve our capacity to tackle maritime crimes.
“The Navy is committed to supporting the state in ensuring the safety and security of the waterways.
“We shall continue to promote peace while enabling the residents to carry out their lawful activities without fear,” he said.
The Agbura Community of Yenagoa Local Government Area, Bayelsa State, has again lauded the State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, and the Managing-Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, over infrastructure projects executed in the community.
Speaking with newsmen midweek in Yenagoa, its Chairman, Community Development Committee, Mr. Tribunal Egba, hailed the Governor for the successful completion of the abandoned Oxbow lake-Agbura Road project and others within the Community.
He also eulogized the NDDC MD for the construction of new lodge in the community for serving Corps members as well as plans to execute other projects.
Mr. Egba added that the completion of the Oxbow Lake-Agbura Road has given the community facelift, while also pleading with the government and the interventionist agency to award shore protection contract in the community to save it from the perennial floodings experienced in the fast urbanizing town.
Similarly, the community’s leadership has given assurances that it will continue to give priority to development and security of lives and property.
The CDC helmsman promised to strengthen the existing community vigilante group, while also stressing that the age-long synergy between the community and security agencies would be improved upon to get rid of crime and criminalities in the area.
“As a community, we’re so thankful to Governor Diri for constructing the abandoned Oxbow Lake-Agbura Road project. We’re also glad with the level of infrastructural development ongoing in other parts of the state, courtesy of the Diri-led administration.
“We also like to laud the MD/CEO, NDDC, Dr. Samuel Ogbuku for the construction of a befitting Corpers lodge for Corps members serving in this community.
“Our priority as a community now is to protect these infrastructure projects. We’ll continue to work in synergy with all security agencies to make sure there’s peace and development”, the CDC leadership said.
By: Ariwera Ibibo-Howells, Yenagoa
Delta State Government has expressed deep sadness over the sudden death of Mr. Sunny Kotor, Senior Special Assistant on Protocol to the State Government.
Kotor, a renowned Master of Ceremony at state functions, reportedly slumped and passed away last Friday.
In a statement signed by the Delta State Commissioner for Special Duties, Dr. Ifeanyi Osuoza, in Warri on Saturday, his passing was described as “a profound loss; not only to his family, but to the Government and people of Delta State who benefited immensely from his professionalism, composure, and unmistakable presence at official engagements.
“He brought dignity, structure, and excellence to every function he handled, leaving behind a standard that will be difficult to forget,” the statement added.
The Commissioner noted that “every passing is indeed a sobering reminder of how fragile and fleeting life can be,” extending heartfelt condolences to Kotor’s family, colleagues, and all who had the privilege of working with him.
The statement prayed that God would grant them the strength to bear the irreparable loss.
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