The Governor of Zamfara State, Dauda Lawal, has called for a united, multi-dimensional regional effort to address the insecurity plaguing Northern Nigeria. Speaking at a two-day roundtable on insecurity organized by the Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) in Abuja, he emphasized the critical need for governors of Northern states to work together.
The roundtable aimed to foster community engagement in the fight against banditry and related crimes in the region. It brought together key stakeholders to discuss cooperative frameworks and collaboration between the Federal, State, and Local authorities. Governor Lawal reiterated the importance of a comprehensive approach to tackling insecurity, stressing the significance of both kinetic and non-kinetic measures, and the control of arms and drugs through local vigilance and border security.
During the event, Governor Lawal highlighted the urgency of a multi-dimensional strategy to address insecurity in Northern Nigeria. He emphasized the importance of coordination and joint operations among affected states to combat the challenges of insecurity, particularly through community engagement and the establishment of formal structures for first responders. He also underscored the significance of intelligence sharing and the deployment of joint forces to restore security to the communities.
Governor Lawal further outlined the proactive measures being taken in Zamfara State, including the establishment of a Security Trust Fund and targeted interventions to address issues such as the deterioration of education and high youth unemployment, which have been identified as contributing factors to insecurity.
In conclusion, Governor Dauda Lawal’s impassioned plea for synergy and collaboration among Northern governors signals a call to action in the collective effort to combat insecurity in the region. His proposals for a multi-dimensional approach, joint operations, and community engagement underscore the gravity of the security situation and the necessity for coordinated, proactive measures.
