President Bola Tinubu has declared his support for states that have set up their own security outfits to safeguard their people and called on the National Assembly to commence the process of reviewing the laws to allow for the establishment of State Police.
Tinubu made this known in a statement he personally signed on Tuesday following the rise in insecurity across the country.
He said in the statement in which he had announced his approval for the recruitment of more policemen and soldiers by the Armed Forces of Nigeria: “In addition, our administration will support state governments which have set up security outfits to safeguard their people from the terrorists bent on disrupting our national peace.
“I call on the National Assembly to begin reviewing our laws to allow states that require state police to establish them.
“States should rethink establishing boarding schools in remote areas without adequate security.
“Mosques and churches should constantly seek police and other security protection when they gather for prayers, especially in vulnerable areas.
“Our administration created the Livestock Ministry to address the persistent clashes between herders and farmers.
“I call on all herder associations to take advantage of it, end open grazing and surrender illegal weapons.
“Ranching is now the path forward for sustainable livestock farming and national harmony.
“The Federal Government, in collaboration with the states, will work with you to solve this problem, once and for all.”
President Tinubu also sympathise with the families of those who lost loved ones nationwide in recent attacks by gunmen.
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He said: “I sympathise with the families who have lost their loved ones in recent attacks on soft targets in Kebbi, Borno, Zamfara, Niger, Yobe, and Kwara States.
“I also pay tribute to our brave soldiers who have made the ultimate sacrifice, including Brigadier-General Musa Uba.
“Those who want to test our resolve should never mistake our restraint for weakness.
“This administration has the courage and determination to keep the country safe and ensure our citizens live in peace.
“I sympathise with the families who have lost their loved ones in recent attacks on soft targets in Kebbi, Borno, Zamfara, Niger, Yobe, and Kwara States.
“I also pay tribute to our brave soldiers who have made the ultimate sacrifice, including Brigadier-General Musa Uba.
“Fellow Compatriots, I urge you not to give in to fear and never succumb to despair.
“Let’s stand together in purpose and strength to defend our freedom and values.
“Our administration will continue to guarantee peaceful co-existence and preserve our union. I urge all Nigerians to remain calm and vigilant. Report suspicious activities.
“Cooperate with security agencies.
“We are in this fight together, and together we shall win.
“May God continue to bless Nigeria and keep our armed forces safe.”
