Security: We need support to curb North’s insecurity – CJTF

The National Coordinator of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) in the North West zone, Alhaji Bello Idris Nadabo, has called for greater collaboration between the CJTF and other security agencies across the country. He said such partnerships, along with the provision of essential equipment and logistics by the government and relevant stakeholders, are crucial […]

The National Coordinator of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) in the North West zone, Alhaji Bello Idris Nadabo, has called for greater collaboration between the CJTF and other security agencies across the country. He said such partnerships, along with the provision of essential equipment and logistics by the government and relevant stakeholders, are crucial to achieving more effective security outcomes in the northern states.

Speaking in Bakori during a condolence visit by 13 CJTF commanders from across the North to families of members recently killed by bandits in the area, Alhaji Nadabo stressed the need for better weapons, modern gadgets and coordinated operations. According to him, with adequate support and synergy, the problem of insecurity in the region could be overcome.

“We know the criminal hideouts in the forests and understand their terrain. All we need is proper support, cooperation and better weapons to flush them out,” he said.

The coordinator acknowledged the efforts of both the federal and state governments in addressing insecurity but maintained that the challenges require a collective approach.

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He also appealed to wealthy individuals and well-to-do members of society in the North to play a more active role in the fight against Boko Haram, banditry and the recurring farmer-herder clashes for the sake of lasting peace.

 

Alhaji Nadabo used the opportunity to urge the federal government to introduce a welfare package for families of CJTF members who lost their lives while protecting others.

 

“This will motivate our members to continue offering selfless service with greater dedication,” he added.

 

Earlier, the Katsina State Commander of the CJTF, Ahmed Ibrahim Sarki, who received the visiting commanders, urged them to remain committed to the cause not for monetary gain, but for the protection and well-being of ordinary citizens. He also presented a gift to the National Coordinator in recognition of his contributions to the growth and success of the CJTF.

 

During the condolence visit, several commanders took turns to pay tribute to the slain member, Ibrahim Loman, popularly known as Zago, describing him as fearless, dedicated and trustworthy. They prayed for Allah’s forgiveness for him and strength for his family to bear the loss.

 

The visiting commanders were drawn from Borno, Kaduna, Abuja, Niger, Jigawa and Nasarawa states. They called for increased unity and discipline among CJTF members to achieve their common goal of restoring peace in the region.