Gov. Dikko Radda of Katsina State has told residents of the state to take proactive steps in defending themselves against attacks by bandits rather than always relying on the government.
Radda made the call on Friday at the Government House in Katsina during an extensive emergency security meeting.
He stated that the government is ready to support and provide logistics for communities ready to defend and protect themselves.
His words: “This meeting was called to review the security situation as well as rising poverty and food scarcity in the state.
“We must review the security situation in the state, take action to find a solution, and address these challenges. Apart from insecurity, there are other challenges, like the rising cost of food and hunger amongst the population.
“Government is fully prepared to assist any community that organises themselves in their respective areas through training and the provision of logistics.”
“We are all aware of the current skyrocketing of the prices of foodstuff, which led to protests in Niger State, Kano and other places. It has not gotten to our state yet, but it is necessary for us to meet and see how we can mitigate the situation before it gets out of hand.”
Vanguard reports that the meeting was attended by security chiefs, leaders of paramilitary agencies, and prominent traditional rulers from Katsina and Daura, along with senior government officials.
