In a bid to combat the surge in criminal activities within the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), President Bola Tinubu has greenlit the allocation of essential logistics and equipment to security agencies. The announcement was made by Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the FCT, during a recent security town hall meeting with traditional and community leaders in Bwari, Bwari Area Council of the FCT.
Wike underscored the FCT Administration’s commitment to furnishing security agencies with the necessary resources to effectively eliminate the menace posed by criminals operating in the territory. He emphasized that the concerted efforts of the security agencies will render the FCT inhospitable to kidnappers, bandits, and other lawbreakers. This declaration came on the heels of President Tinubu’s directive to provide comprehensive support to the security forces, ensuring that they are well-equipped to fulfill their mandate.
The minister’s call to action, voiced during the town hall assembly, sought to engage the residents of Bwari in the collective responsibility of addressing the security challenges plaguing the region. He extended his sympathies to the community in light of the kidnappings and violence that have afflicted their midst, urging vigilance and caution regarding potential informants aligned with criminal elements.
Expressing the unequivocal commitment of the administration to prioritize the safety of lives and properties, Wike affirmed that combating criminal activities would be a pivotal focus. Emphasizing the indispensable role of the community in providing vital information to preempt and thwart criminal activities, he emphasized the necessity of proactive collaboration between residents and security agencies.
The inclusion of vigilante groups and local hunters in the collaborative efforts to address security concerns was highlighted, as Wike sought to mobilize a unified front against the prevailing challenges. Additionally, the chairman of the Bwari Area Council, John Gabaya, recounted the harrowing incidents of attacks, abductions, and casualties suffered by various communities, further underlining the urgency of the security measures being set in motion.
As the FCT braces for the imminent enforcement of these robust security initiatives, the collective resolve to ensure the protection of the populace reverberates as a resolute call to action. The forthcoming actions of the security forces are poised to make a resounding statement in curbing the relentless wave of abductions and violence, heralding a paradigm shift in the safeguarding of the FCT and its inhabitants.
