The Sokoto State Government has called on residents to be mindful of their statements, especially those that could undermine the ongoing battle against insecurity in the state.
The warning was issued by Colonel Ahmed Usman (Rtd), who serves as the Special Adviser to Governor Ahmed Aliyu on Security. In a press release on Monday, Col. Usman noted that some remarks made by individuals, particularly one Basharu Altine Guyawa, were misleading and could weaken public trust in the administration’s efforts to restore peace.
“As the Governor always says, the issue of security is a collective one, the government alone cannot provide security without the contribution and support of the citizenry.
“Therefore, our people should avoid sensationalizing and politicizing insecurity, rather they should support the government in its effort to find lasting solutions to our security challenges.
“The government will not condone any attempt by any individual or group to frustrate its efforts or distract it in this regard.
“The state government in collaboration with security agencies have been working assiduously to restore peace, particularly in the eastern part of the state which has been facing security challenges.
“The government, recently facilitated a joint operation in the area which recorded tremendous success as many identified bandits’ hideouts were destroyed and several bandits killed in the process. Additionally, Tens of kidnap victims were also rescued during the operation.
“The government has also maintained unending financial and logistics support to security agencies in the state. It even restored their monthly allowances which was hitherto stopped by the immediate past administration. The Gov Ahmed Aliyu led government has so far donated hundreds of patrol vehicles and motorcycles to our security agencies since inception.
“Other measures taking to fight insecurity in the state, include creating a platforms where security operatives, community leaders and other relevant stakeholders meet regularly and share ideas on how best to tackle our security challenges and Alhamdulillah the impact of their meeting is manifesting in our community because there is drastic reduction in attacks in the state.
“Ironically, Guyawa who is the convener of the Movement for Social Justice in Nigeria has in Febraury conferred award of excellence on his Excellency, Gov Ahmed Aliyu in recognition of his government dedication to the maintenance of peace and security in the state.
“During the presentation of the award at the government house, Sokoto, Guyawa admitted that, the state government had provided all the necessary intervention, which is yielding positive results in the fight against insurgency,” the statement concluded.
