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Katsina State Government has launched a 30-day joint security operation in 19 local government areas of the state.
The move became imperative to tackle the act of terrorism in the state.
The Commissioner of Internal Security and Home Affairs, Nasir Muazu, made this disclosure to newsmen at a meeting held in the Government House, Katsina.
The meeting was convened by Governor Radda in a bid to address the recent surge in bandits' attacks.
The gathering brought together key stakeholders including members of the State Security Council, Local Government Chairmen, District Heads, Divisional Police Officers, Department of State Services representatives, Heads of Vigilante Groups, Katsina Community Watch Corps Commanders, and Civil Defence officials from 19 local government areas.
The affected areas include Jibia, Batsari, Safana, Danmusa, Kankia, Faskari, Dandume, Sabuwa, Dutsin-ma, Kurfi, Kankara, Musawa, Matazu, Malumfashi, Danja, Bakori, Funtua, Charanchi, and Batagarawa.
According to Muazu, the following resolutions were unanimously adopted to implement a community-based approach to security, leveraging local intelligence and participation.
“Launch of a 30-day sustained operation across all 19 local government areas, utilising the combined forces of all security agencies to protect lives and property.
“Activation of the four-tier security structure established by Katsina State law to galvanise coordinated community-based security operations.
“Empowerment of affected local government councils to provide modalities for security operations, emphasising strong community-based intelligence gathering mechanisms. A call to traditional rulers to use their platforms to preach and pray for peace, unity, and prosperity in the state.
“The Katsina State Government is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all residents and will spare no effort in implementing these resolutions.
“We urge all citizens to cooperate with security agencies and report suspicious activities in their areas. Together, we can build a safer and more secure Katsina State.”
