We Are Now Witnessing Urban Terrorism — Kaduna Gov’t Raises Alarm
Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani has warned criminal gangs that his administration will not tolerate their activities in the state.
Represented by his Deputy, Dr. Hadiza Balarabe at the inauguration of a Special Task Force on Community Policing and Drug Control in Kaduna on Wednesday, the Governor vowed that those who threaten the lives and livelihoods of citizens will face the full weight of the law.
Balarabe expressed determination to rid Kaduna State of illicit drugs and violent crime, noting that the state would not become a haven for criminal gangs.
“While our security agencies are making commendable progress in defeating insurgents and bandits in our rural areas, we are now witnessing a shift of violence into our urban centers.
“What we are beginning to experience amounts to a form of urban terrorism, and we should not allow it to take root.
“We are not only determined to rid our state of violent crime and drugs, but we are also committed to making our streets, neighborhoods, and homes safe for everyone,” she added.
The Deputy Governor warned security personnel to avoid being compromised, emphasizing that this is a sacred duty deserving of full dedication and commitment.
She also called on the public to cooperate with the Task Force by providing information that would heighten vigilance and their sense of civic responsibility.
Balarabe advised citizens to report known or suspected hideouts of drug sellers and cartels, identify and report syndicates who snatch phones and other valuables, and expose buyers and dealers in stolen products.
“Our communities must reject a culture of silence. If you see something untoward in your neighborhoods, please endeavor to say something. Security is a collective responsibility, and peace is a shared treasure that we must all protect,” she counseled.
The Special Task Force has been charged to carry out its duties with honor, diligence, and a deep sense of responsibility to the people of Kaduna State.
According to Balarabe, “together, we shall reclaim our streets, restore peace, and give our young people better alternatives than crime and addiction.”
We Are Now Witnessing Urban Terrorism — Kaduna Gov’t Raises Alarm is first published on The Whistler Newspaper
