As part of proactive measures to curb security challenges, the Governor of Niger State, Alhaji Abubakar Sani Bello, has enjoined citizens to be vigilant and wary of fleeing Boko Haram members who might want to seek refuge in the state.
In a press statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Malam Jibrin Baba Ndace, Governor Bello urged citizens to be watchful and not harbor unknown persons.
He said security is a collective responsibility of everyone.
He said the capture and fall of Sambisa Forest, the last stronghold of the insurgents, posed a serious challenge to other states because the Boko Haram members have no other hiding place than to spread all over the country and regrettably mix with and disguise as good people.
He said: “We are aware of reports that some of these fleeing miscreants have been arrested in some states therefore, it is our collective duty as citizens to keep our eyes open and report any suspicious character within our midst.”
The Governor disclosed that the state government has directed and mobilized all the security apparatus in the state to proactively intensify effort towards ensuring that Niger State is not infiltrated by fleeing Boko Haram members or any criminal element.
Bello said: “We have taken proactive measure since the assumption of office to ensure that the state remains safe for its citizens. One of the cardinal priority of the administration is peace that wise, a new Mobile Police Squadron was established in the state to strengthen the fight against crime.”
He also used the opportunity to reiterate his appeal for peace and tolerance.
He said: “As a state we are known for peace. We are committed to maintaining religious harmony and peaceful co-existence amongst the people.”
Governor Bello, again, congratulated the officers and men of the Nigerian Armed Forces and other security agencies for their gallantry throughout the battle with the insurgents and commended the decision to turn Sambisa Forest to a military training ground.
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