General Christopher Musa, the head of the National Defense Staff, has assured Nigerians of the military’s unwavering support for ending banditry in the Northwest.
General Musa made this known to the Kebbi State Commissioner of Information and Culture during a friendly visit.
He stressed the value of working with the media when addressing security issues in a speech delivered by Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, Director of Defense Information.
He stated that the military wants to strengthen its cooperation with the media regarding security issues.
Brigadier General Gusau expressed concern over reports that some communities allegedly support bandits by providing them with food and motorcycles while others are being protected by security forces.
He demanded that community leaders and youth share reliable information with security agencies, particularly those in the North West, to help put an end to insecurity.
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The Director of Defense Information urged the general public to support the military’s efforts to advance national security.
Everyone has a role to play in promoting peace and stability, he said.
Alhaji Yakubu Ahmed, the state’s commissioner of information and culture, advised the military to work harder to educate traditional rulers about the dangers of keeping criminals at bay in all of its communities.
He reaffirmed the Kebbi State Government’s ongoing support for security organizations, noting that the state is still one of the Northwest’s most severely affected by insecurity.
Source: Channels TV
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