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Attacks: Kebbi gov convenes emergency security meeting

From The Punch · () English

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  • Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris convened an emergency security meeting to address rising security challenges.
  • The meeting focused on reinforcing existing security strategies and enhancing collaboration among security agencies.
  • The governor reiterated his administration's commitment to flushing out criminals and urged residents to provide intelligence.

Kebbi State Governor Dr. Nasir Idris convened an emergency security meeting Wednesday to review the state's security situation and bolster measures against emerging threats in various communities. The gathering brought together key security stakeholders to refine and strengthen existing strategies for a more coordinated and effective response.

Commissioner for Home Affairs and Internal Security, Haliru Wasagu, briefed journalists after the meeting, stating that the governor's initiative reflects his administration's dedication to protecting lives and property and maintaining peace across Kebbi State. Discussions centered on optimizing the state's security architecture and improving inter-agency collaboration to boost operational effectiveness.

Our governor is fully committed to flushing out criminal elements and dismantling their hideouts. Anyone found engaging in criminal activities will face the full weight of the law.

โ€” Haliru WasaguCommissioner for Home Affairs and Internal Security, stating the governor's commitment to combating crime.

"Our governor is fully committed to flushing out criminal elements and dismantling their hideouts. Anyone found engaging in criminal activities will face the full weight of the law," Wasagu stated. He assured residents that the government remains steadfast in its efforts to maintain law and order and confront all forms of criminality.

Wasagu also appealed to the public for support, urging residents to provide timely and credible intelligence to aid in identifying, arresting, and prosecuting criminals. "If members of the public remain vigilant and work closely with security agencies, the fight against crime will be more effective," he said. He commended the security personnel for their dedication and sacrifices in ensuring peace and public safety, promising continued government support for their operations.

If members of the public remain vigilant and work closely with security agencies, the fight against crime will be more effective.

โ€” Haliru WasaguAppealing to residents for cooperation with security agencies.
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