Sokoto State Governor, Ahmed Aliyu, has called on newly appointed heads of security agencies in the state to intensify efforts in combating banditry and other criminal activities.
The governor made this appeal during a courtesy visit by the security heads to the Government House in Sokoto, the state capital, on Friday.
He highlighted the significant progress the state government has made in tackling insecurity and urged the new security chiefs to build on these accomplishments.
“We have achieved remarkable successes in our fight against banditry in Sokoto, and we expect you to continue this progress with your best efforts,” Governor Aliyu said.
He encouraged the security chiefs to follow in the footsteps of their predecessors in terms of dedication, hard work, and selfless service, emphasizing the importance of a collaborative approach to ensure the safety of lives and property in the state.
Governor Aliyu praised the people of Sokoto as peaceful and law-abiding, urging the security agencies to engage with local communities to foster trust and cooperation. “Our people are hospitable and welcoming to all who come to serve or reside here,” he added.
The governor assured the security heads of his administration’s full support and commitment to providing the necessary resources to enable them to perform their duties effectively.
Despite the ongoing challenges of banditry, which have plagued the state for over a decade, Aliyu commended the resilience of the people and the efforts of the security agencies in maintaining peace.
He called for continued collaboration to sustain the progress already made in securing the state.
The newly appointed security heads include Brig.-Gen. A.J. Mohammed, Garrison Commander of the 8th Division, Nigerian Army, Sokoto; Cpt. U.S. Maibuhu, Commander of the 119 Composite Group; Lawal Idris, Controller of the Nigeria Correctional Service, Sokoto; Usman Alfadarai, Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps; Ali Usman, State Coordinator of the Defence Intelligence Agency; and Yusuf Musa Bage, State Comptroller of the Nigeria Immigration Service.
