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Oyo Dep.Governor, SSG, Commissioners, others sworn in as state’s Justices of peace
The Oyo State government has sworn in no fewer than new 236 Justice of Peace to assist government in the dispensation of justice and maintenance of peace and tranquility in the state.
The Deputy Governor of the state, Chief Moses Adeyemo, the Secretary to the state government, Alhaji Olalekan Alli were sworn in today at the House of Chiefs, Parliament Building, Agodi Secretariat, Ibadan.
Others include : the Chief of Staff, Dr. Gbade Ojo, Special Adviser to the Governor on Media, Mr. Yomi Layinka, Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Professor Adeniyi Olowofela among other important personalities in the state.
Speaking at the event, the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Barrister Oluseun Abimbola said the Justices of Peace who are unpaid, render selfless social service while they undertake voluntarily for the sake of craving to be associated with the reign of peace in the community.
Abimbola who noted that Africans don’t learn the methods of keeping peace and maintaining order tasked the new Justices of peace on cultural instinct of communal peace as the government reposes in them.
“One of the hallmarks of this adminstration under the able leadership of the courageous Governor, Senator Abiola Ajimobi, is the restoration and sustenance of peace and tranquility in the state.
“Today’s occasion is therefore a further step in this direction so as to take peace to all the doorsteps in Oyo State through the honest effort of these noble men and women. We are of full conviction that with today’s exercise, this lofty objective of the governor shall be further enhanced”, he charged.
He therefore urged the new JPs to keep themselves fully abreast of their duties and obligations contained in the manual issued to them. According to him, the duties are their operational creed which are meant to serve as guides to them and from which they are expected not to depart from.
The commissioner stressed that the government is committed to enhance their credibility as Justices of the Peace and as a way, the government has concluded arrangement to conduct accurate census of all Justices of peace in the state, so as to sieve the grain from the chaff to prevent unlawful conducts like impersonation, misuse or abuse of powers conferred emphasized.
Corroborating him, the Solicitor-General and Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Justice, Barr. Wasiu Gbadegesin said maintaining of peace is the mainstay of Senator Ajimobi’s administration.
He emphasized that the reputation of the present administration as one of the most peaceful states in Nigeria has spread round the country and abroad as prior to the administration’s coming on board, the state, especially Ibadan was the hot bed of orgies of violence.
He said onward, the new JPs will seek to promote and protect the rights of individuals and give justice to those persons by rendering quasi-judicial service such as preserving peace in the society, suppression of riots and affrays, issuance of search warrant and so on.
The Kano State House of Assembly has initiated impeachment proceedings against Deputy Governor Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo over allegations of gross misconduct, abuse of office, and breach of public trust.
The notice was presented yesterday during plenary by the Majority Leader, Lawan Hussaini Dala, who said the action follows Section 188 of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Dala said the allegations stem from Abdussalam’s tenure as Commissioner for Local Government (2023–2024) and his current role as deputy governor. He accused the deputy governor of diverting funds meant for the 44 local government councils.
According to the majority leader, Abdussalam allegedly received N1.5 million monthly from each council between June 2023 and January 2024, totaling N462 million. Between February and July 2024, he allegedly collected N3.255 million monthly from each council under the guise of special assignments, amounting to N726 million.
Dala also accused the deputy governor of abuse of office, claiming he facilitated payments of N10 million from each council to NovoMed Pharmaceuticals Limited, totaling N440 million, in violation of state procurement laws.
“The misuse of official capacity to confer undue advantage constitutes abuse of power and undermines public trust,” Dala told lawmakers, adding that the allegations amount to gross misconduct under the Constitution.
The impeachment notice was reportedly endorsed by 38 lawmakers, meeting the constitutional threshold to proceed. The Speaker has acknowledged receipt, and the House is expected to serve the allegations on the deputy governor.
If approved, a panel may be constituted by the state Chief Judge to investigate the claims.
As of filing, Abdussalam had yet to respond publicly to the allegations.
The Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, on Wednesday inaugurated a seven-member committee on the establishment of state police, giving it four weeks to submit its report.
The inauguration was held during his maiden conference with senior police officers at the Peacekeeping Conference Centre, Force Headquarters, Abuja.
Charging members of the panel to discharge their duties with professionalism and objectivity, Disu described the assignment as “both significant and timely,” noting that it would shape the framework through which state policing may operate in Nigeria.
“In carrying out this assignment, your deliberations must be guided by professionalism, objectivity, and a clear appreciation of the unique complexities of policing a diverse nation such as our own,” the IGP said.
He stated that if properly designed and effectively implemented, state policing holds significant potential benefits for the country.
“By bringing law enforcement closer to communities, state police institutions can deepen local knowledge of security dynamics and enable quicker and more targeted responses to emerging threats,” he added.
The committee is expected to review existing policing models within and outside Nigeria, assess community security needs and emerging risks, and propose an operational framework for the establishment and coordination of state police structures.
It will also address issues relating to recruitment, training, standards and resource allocation, as well as develop accountability and oversight mechanisms to ensure professionalism and public trust.
The panel is chaired by Olu Ogunsakin, with Bode Ojajuni as secretary. Other members are Emmanuel Ojukwu, Okebechi Agora, Suleyman Gulma, Ikechukwu Okafor and Tolulope Ipinmisho.
Disu said the committee had about four weeks to conclude its assignment and submit a comprehensive report.
The move marks one of the first major steps taken by the new police chief since his appointment and confirmation a few days ago.
The development comes amid rising security concerns across the country, with several stakeholders advocating state policing as part of measures to tackle insecurity.
President Bola Tinubu had earlier asked the National Assembly to commence the process of amending relevant laws to pave the way for the creation of state police.
President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday swore in Olatunji Disu as the Inspector-General of Police (IGP).
Disu took the oath of office at the Council Chamber of the Presidential Villa, Abuja, shortly before the commencement of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting.
The President also administered the oath of office to six commissioners of the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) and two commissioners of the Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC).
The ceremonies were witnessed by ministers, senior government officials and family members of the appointees.
The council meeting began shortly after the swearing-in.
In attendance were Vice President Kashim Shettima; the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume; the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila; the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu; and the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Mrs EsthMrs.Walson-Jack.
Disu was appointed acting IGP on February 25, 2026, by President Tinubu, following the resignation of former IGP Kayode Egbetokun.
His appointment was subsequently endorsed by the Nigeria Police Council (NPC).
The former Assistant Inspector-General of Police assumed office last Wednesday.
He previously served as Assistant Inspector-General in charge of the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) Annex, Alagbon, Lagos, after his promotion to the rank last year.
A former head of the Lagos Rapid Response Squad (RRS), Disu has pledged to deliver accountable, modern and professional policing.
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