The Federal Government and the Borno State Government are working together to rebuild and establish peace following the Boko Haram insurgency in Borno State.
The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Mr. George Akume, emphasized the commitment of the federal government, led by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, to address the challenges posed by Boko Haram, banditry, kidnapping, and other forms of terrorism in different parts of the country.
Akume urged traditional rulers, religious leaders, and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) to support both the military and non-military approaches taken by security agencies.
He highlighted collaborative efforts between the states and the federal government, noting improvements in the security situation in many parts of the country.
Representing the President, the Permanent Secretary of Special Services, Mr. David Atah, stressed the workshop’s timeliness for effective conflict resolution and post-conflict recovery.
He acknowledged the government’s concern about security challenges and highlighted the ongoing efforts to minimize them.
The Armed Forces were commended for their role in safeguarding the country’s territorial integrity.
Governor Zulum, represented by the Head of Service, Barrister Mallam Fannami, expressed the workshop’s importance in consistently reviewing security challenges and maintaining trust between the government and communities.
He highlighted the impact of insurgencies on education, employment, and overall well-being, emphasizing the need to align with the government’s Reconstruction, Rehabilitation, and Resettlement initiative.
The Chief Host, Commissioner for Information and Internal Security, Professor Usman Tar, explained that the workshop aimed to sensitize North East communities on complementary roles in fighting insecurity.
He emphasized the adoption of community-based security solutions, expecting stakeholders to share credible information for enhanced security, education, agricultural modernization, infrastructure development, and other government interventions in the North East.
