Many of the major presidential candidates have complained about violent disruptions of their campaigns allegedly orchestrated by their opponents. Indeed, some incidents have resulted in shootings and injury to persons. In one of the latest incidents, the Peoples Democratic Party claimed that as many as 70 of its members were hospitalized, and dozens of the party’s campaign vehicles vandalized following alleged attack on its presidential candidate’s campaign convoy in Maiduguri.
Truth is there are not enough police to ensure effective security. The about 370,000 police officers in a country of about 200 million people are grossly inadequate. The security personnel are being killed indiscriminately, which is dangerous for the country. The Inspector General of Police should know the dangers involved.
In view of the inadequacy of bullet-proof vehicles and vests in ensuring round the clock protection, the way out is to ensure that the country is peaceful, safe and secure for everyone. It is unfortunate that the available police have been hijacked by politicians and the wealthy in the society while the rest of the people are left to their fate.
Source: Car News Wire (carnewswire.net)