Yobe Boosts Security Amid Harvest Season
DAMATURU – Governor Mai Mala Buni of Yobe State has presided over a routine State Security Council meeting, emphasising the need to ensure citizens’ safety and protect their property.
The meeting, held at the Government House in Damaturu, brought together heads of security agencies and local government chairmen
Represented by his Deputy, Idi Barde Gubana, the Governor highlighted the importance of maintaining peace during the harvesting period, particularly with the bumper harvest recorded this season. He urged vigilance to prevent clashes between farmers and herders.
The meeting commended security agencies for their efforts in maintaining law and order, as well as traditional rulers and community leaders for their role in conflict resolution.
To enhance security, the government has procured 15 motorcycles for Agro-rangers and civilian JTF to safeguard farmers and prevent malicious conflicts.
Some of the security measures to be adopted include Intensified Surveillance, Security agencies will increase patrol activities to stop herders’ clashes and other criminal activities.
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Community Support; The public is urged to support security agencies and provide necessary information.
Other measures are, enhanced Protection with 15 motorcycles have been provided to Agro-rangers and civilian JTF.
The Commissioner of Police, Ahmad Garba, briefed the press on the meeting’s outcome, assuring that security agencies are committed to maintaining peace in the state.
The meeting was attended by top security officials, including the Emir of Fika and Chairman Yobe State Council of Traditional Rulers, Dr. Muhammad Ibn Abali Muhammad Idrisa.
Yobe Boosts Security Amid Harvest Season
