play a stronger and more direct role Pastor Ayo Oritsejafor, has However, the proposal has also in safeguarding lives and property. stakehold- generated debate among said Nigeria’s current challenges He reiterated that position in his De- ers, with critics warning about the did not start under President Bola mocracy Day address earlier this month, potential for abuse by state authorities Tinubu, recalling that he warned where he reaffirmed his administration’s and the need for adequate safeguards. the country as far back as 2014 determination to tackle terrorism, ban- amend- Under Nigeria’s co…