Insecurity: Defend yourselves, don’t rely only on govt – Katsina State Gov. Radda tells residents

During an urgent security meeting held at the Government House in Katsina on Friday, Governor Dikko Radda of Katsina State urged residents to proactively defend themselves against bandit attacks rather than relying solely on government intervention.

Highlighting the urgency of addressing the escalating insecurity, food shortages, and poverty in the state, Governor Radda emphasized the need for swift action.

The meeting, which was attended by security chiefs, leaders of paramilitary agencies, prominent traditional rulers from Katsina and Daura, and senior government officials, addressed these pressing issues.

“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.”