The Benue Episode, June 30 -- It is often said that in times of national crisis, emotional outbursts can obscure facts. Such is the case with Bolaji O. Akinyemi's recent opinion piece titled "A Spent Horse in a Nation at War: Why IGP Egbetokun Must Go." While passionate, it tragically misses the mark on substance, ignores established facts, and risks undermining the tireless efforts of the Nigeria Police Force at a time when national unity and support are paramount.

A Misrepresented Moment

Mr. Akinyemi's central thesis revolves around a single moment during President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's town hall in Benue State, a moment where the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, was called upon but did not respond publicly. What Mr. Akiny...