Political leaders, community heads, and regional stakeholders across Sokoto State have been urged to put aside political, religious, and social differences to form a united front against the escalating security challenges facing the state.
The call was made by the Special Adviser on Security Matters to the Sokoto State Governor, retired Colonel Ahmed Usman, during a high-level security briefing and stakeholder interactive session on Sunday, August 23, held at the State Government House Auditorium in Sokoto.
Speaking on behalf of Governor Ahmed Aliyu, Usman emphasized that violent criminal elements operating in the region do not distinguish between political affiliation, religious belief, or social standing when launching attacks on rural communities.
”When bandits attack a village, they do not ask for a victim’s political party membership, nor do they care about their religious beliefs or socioeconomic status,” Usman stated during his address. “The threat affects every citizen of Sokoto State equally, and our response must be equally collective and unwavering.”
The security advisory team outlined several ongoing initiatives by the state government, including enhanced operational support for regular armed forces, the expansion of local intelligence networks, and increased backing for community vigilante groups working alongside national security agencies.
The state government reaffirmed its commitment to supporting federal security outfits deployed throughout the North-West zone, while appealing to local leaders to foster trust and report actionable intelligence to law enforcement agencies promptly.
