Oriire and the 9/11 standard: Why the Oyo commission deserves an open mind, By Oludare Ogunlana

Oludare Ogunlana argues that the Oyo commission, tasked with investigating significant events, warrants an open-minded approach rather than immediate cynicism. He likens its critical function to that of the 9/11 Commission in the United States.

The core assignment of such a commission, Ogunlana explains, is to meticulously establish the factual sequence of events. This includes understanding how perpetrators mobilized, their methods of operation, and the nature of any prior warnings that may have existed.

Furthermore, the commission seeks to scrutinize the organized response to the events and identify the reasons behind any shortcomings or failures. The article implies a significant duration for this investigative process, referencing a 56-day period in the context of the 9/11 investigation.

Ogunlana emphasizes that understanding these details is crucial for accountability and for preventing future occurrences. The commission serves as an essential instrument for uncovering truth and providing a comprehensive account of the incident.

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This is why the commission matters, and why it deserves better than cynicism. First, it is our instrument of truth. Like the 9/11 Commission, its assignment is to establish what truly happened: how the attackers gathered, moved, and struck; what warnings existed and where they died; how the response was organised; and why 56 days […]