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    Reps urges security agencies to reduce checkpoints on Onitsha-Enugu road

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    The House of Representatives has called on national security agencies to reduce the excessive security checkpoints on the Onitsha-Enugu expressway.

    This decision was made after Rep Amobi Ogah moved a motion during plenary in Abuja, highlighting the negative impact of these checkpoints on travelers and the economy.

    According to Ogah, the 105-kilometer stretch between Onitsha and Enugu has about 28 security checkpoints, with an average distance of 3.7 kilometers between each checkpoint.

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    These checkpoints are located at Awkuzu Junction, Amawbia Junction, Ugwuoba Boundary, Oji River Junction, and Onyeama Hill, among others.

    Ogah argued that the numerous checkpoints violate citizens’ constitutional right to free movement, as stated in Section 41 of the Nigerian Constitution.

    He also noted that these checkpoints are often used as tools for harassment, extortion, and bribery, leading to increased transportation costs, delays, and discouragement of economic activities.

    The House of Representatives is advocating for modern and efficient security methods that do not infringe on citizens’ rights or cause hardship.

    The Speaker has referred the matter to the House Committee on Security and Intelligence, Army, Police, Road Safety, Defence, and National Security, with a directive to report back to the House within four weeks for further legislative action.

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