{"id":157104,"date":"2025-03-28T20:34:56","date_gmt":"2025-03-28T19:34:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/uncategorized\/allow-nhfss-officers-carry-guns-like-police-army-cg-osatimehin-to-nigerian-govt"},"modified":"2025-04-04T14:25:04","modified_gmt":"2025-04-04T13:25:04","slug":"allow-nhfss-officers-carry-guns-like-police-army-cg-osatimehin-to-nigerian-govt","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/policy\/allow-nhfss-officers-carry-guns-like-police-army-cg-osatimehin-to-nigerian-govt","title":{"rendered":"Allow NHFSS officers carry guns like police, Army \u2013 CG Osatimehin to Nigerian govt"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>As part of efforts to curb insecurity within forests across the country, the Nigerian Hunters and Forest Security Service, NHFSS, has urged the Federal Government to allow its members to bear arms.<\/p>\n<p>The Commander General of NHFSS, Wole Joshua Osatimehin, stated that bearing arms would enable its officers to effectively discharge their duties in contributing to Nigeria\u2019s internal security.<\/p>\n<p>Osatimehin disclosed this during a press conference in Abuja on Friday following the passage of the Nigeria Forest Security Service, NFSS, Bill into law by the Senate.<\/p>\n<p>He described the passage of the bill as one of the best things that had ever happened to Nigeria under President Bola Tinubu\u2019s administration.<\/p>\n<p>According to Osatimehin: \u201cLet me first appreciate the Nigerian Senate under the leadership of Senator Godswill Akpabio for their commitment to Nigerians and for providing a lasting solution to the country\u2019s security challenges over the years.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cFor them to have passed the Nigeria Forest Security Bill into law, I think it\u2019s one of the greatest achievements of this administration.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe want to appreciate them once again for the level of synergy and cooperation that exists between the executive and legislature.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cYou all recall that during the electioneering campaign, one of the cardinal points of the Renewed Hope Agenda of our president was to tackle internal security, especially in the forested regions, as this will boost the socioeconomic activities of our country.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe all know what we have been facing over the years in terms of forest security. Some farmers have to pay ransom before they can access their farmlands because there is no security presence in the forested regions or bushes to gather local intelligence and disseminate it to the constituted authorities.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe Army and Police are not against us carrying arms; they are only trying to ensure proper regulation of arms proliferation in our society.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cNow, we want to work for the Federal Republic of Nigeria and not for ourselves. It is what they give us that we will work with. One of the clauses in the bill, Clause 7, Number 24, states that \u2018Nigeria Forestry Security Service will be bearing arms.\u2019 You can\u2019t hunt criminals with your mouth, and you know the people we are fighting come with sophisticated weapons.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cYou can\u2019t go there with bare hands or just words; we need to be armed. I believe the Nigerian military and police, being the parental body of any internal security, will still train us on arms handling and specify the kind of arms to bear. It could be a bow and arrow or something else, but that will be based on the approval of the Federal Government of Nigeria.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe all know that Nigerian forests are vulnerable. As of today, Nigeria has the least forest security personnel in the world, with just 3.8 percent coverage compared to the 25 percent minimum that every country\u2019s forest security is supposed to have.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWith the passage of this bill into law, which empowers foresters to work in synergy with constituted authorities, it will go a long way in boosting the internal security of our forested regions.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cNigeria also has 364 international border points. Nigeria\u2019s Northeast and Northwest have 216 border points, out of which only 124 are under the control of the government and well-guarded. What about the remaining 137 that fall within the forested region? That\u2019s what has given room to the miscreants crossing our borders.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Osatimehin said incorporating the NHFSS with other security services will tighten security across Nigerian forests.<\/p>\n<p>He added: \u201cWith the incorporation of the Nigeria Forest Security Service into national security, it will strengthen security within the forests.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe exit of some countries within ECOWAS, like Chad, Burkina Faso, and Mali, has also put a lot of pressure on our national security. With this, we really appreciate the leadership of Nigeria\u2019s 10th Senate for making this bill a priority and reaffirming their commitment to national security.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>He expressed optimism that President Tinubu is eager to assent to the bill.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI appreciate the level of understanding between the executive and legislature. I can say that this is the best Senate and House of Representatives in this country. I believe that Mr. President is eagerly awaiting the passage of this bill because he emphasized it during his campaign as part of the cardinal issues in his Renewed Hope Agenda. He pledged to establish a new organization to oversee and secure our forests to tackle insecurity in these regions.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI believe Mr. President will do the needful because the House of Representatives passed it in April last year and transmitted it to the Senate for the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd readings.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cDuring the 1st and 2nd readings, it was evident that this organization does not conflict with existing agencies. Nigeria has the military and 12 paramilitary agencies, but none are specifically tasked with gathering local intelligence in forested areas. This is the only organization dedicated to that role.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cSince it does not conflict with existing agencies, I believe Mr. President will sign it without any delay.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>He also noted that many states have recognized the importance of the NHFSS and are aligning with the organization.<\/p>\n<p>Osatimehin added: \u201cMany states have already embraced this initiative. For instance, Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State and the governor of Borno State in the Northeast have been paying our officers stipends for the past four years. Last year, the governor of Ebonyi State in Southeast Nigeria recruited about 2,600 members, incorporating them into this service.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI want to appeal to the remaining governors to collaborate with our command structure in their various states. Their cooperation would enhance internal security, serving as a complement to existing security measures in their states.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cNigeria has 1,123 game reserves, 29 forest reserves, and 17 national parks. All are embedded within forests across the Federation. State governors should embrace the interconnectivity of this organization because we understand the terrain.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Reacting to the development, the Deputy Commander General of NHFSS, John Metchie, commended the 10th Senate under the leadership of Senate President Godswill Akpabio for successfully passing the NFSS Bill for the third time.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis significant achievement demonstrates the Senate\u2019s commitment to strengthening Nigeria\u2019s internal security, particularly in securing the nation\u2019s vast forest regions.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI also extend my heartfelt appreciation to the Deputy Senate President, Senator Barau Jibrin, for his critical role in ensuring the passage of this bill. His dedication and support were instrumental in achieving this milestone, and his contributions to national security efforts are truly commendable.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBy passing this bill, the Senate has reaffirmed its commitment to the safety and well-being of all Nigerians, particularly those in rural areas who are most affected by insecurity. Establishing a strong legal framework for forest security will not only protect lives and property but also enhance agricultural productivity and contribute to national economic growth.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cFurthermore, I commend the Commander General of the NFSS, Ambassador Joshua Osatimehin, for his tireless efforts in advocating for this bill and his unwavering commitment to securing our nation. I also encourage all officers and personnel of the NFSS to remain steadfast in their duties, working alongside other security agencies to protect lives and property across the country,\u201d Metchie said.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Nigeria<\/span> Follow <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Nigeria. As part of efforts to curb insecurity within forests across the country, the Nigerian Hunters and Forest Security Service, NHFSS, has urged the Federal Government to allow its members to bear arms. 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