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Surveillance Aircraft: Makinde’ll replicate Oyo’s security model nationwide — APM

Surveillance Aircraft: Makinde’ll replicate Oyo’s security model nationwide — APM

From Vanguard · () English

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  • The Allied People's Movement (APM) stated that Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde would implement the state's security model nationwide if elected president in 2027.
  • The party highlighted the acquisition of two surveillance aircraft as evidence of Makinde's commitment to security.
  • APM believes this model can combat terrorism, banditry, and kidnapping across Nigeria.

The Allied People’s Movement (APM) has declared its intention to replicate Oyo State's security strategy across Nigeria if its presidential candidate, Governor Seyi Makinde, is elected in 2027. The party pointed to the recent acquisition of two surveillance aircraft as a testament to Makinde's effective approach to tackling insecurity.

As Allied People’s Movement presidential flag bearer, Makinde will replicate his resourceful, robust, vibrant and compassionate leadership across the country, and redirect the ship of the nation from its perilous course to the path of progress, development and advancement, if elected into office as president in 2027.

— Dr. Yusuf Mamman DantalleStating the APM's plan to extend Makinde's leadership nationwide.

According to the APM's National Chairman, Dr. Yusuf Mamman Dantalle, these aircraft are more than just security assets; they represent a governing philosophy that prioritizes the protection of lives and property. He asserted that this model, proven in Oyo State, can be deployed nationwide to combat persistent threats such as terrorism, banditry, and kidnapping.

Dantalle specifically praised Makinde for procuring two DA 42 MNG intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance aircraft. These planes, equipped with advanced technology capable of identifying targets from various altitudes, are seen as crucial for intelligence gathering and bolstering security operations. The APM chairman emphasized that these acquisitions demonstrate the Oyo State government's dedication to safeguarding its citizens.

The two DA 42 MNG model aircraft, which are for intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance operations and equipped with sophisticated surveillance gadgets capable of identifying targets from both high and low altitudes, are a testament to the Oyo State government’s commitment to protect lives and property in the state.

— Dr. Yusuf Mamman DantalleHighlighting the capabilities and significance of the newly acquired surveillance aircraft.

The party further stated that the acquisition aligns with Nigeria's 1999 Constitution, which mandates that the security and welfare of the people are the primary responsibilities of government. Dantalle described Makinde's administration as visionary and inclusive, claiming its policies have transformed Oyo State. The APM urged Nigerians to support their candidates in the upcoming elections, promising to prioritize national security, unity, and prosperity.

The well-being of the people is the hallmark of democratic governance. APM will continue to put the interest of the masses first as proved in Oyo and Bauchi States the party is in power. Nigerians desire and deserve dividends of democracy, not carnage.

— Dr. Yusuf Mamman DantalleEmphasizing the APM's commitment to public welfare and democratic governance.
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Originally published by Vanguard. Summarized and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.