Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, has assured of the security of lives and property in Yagba West local government area of the state.
He gave the assurance at a security meeting with stakeholders from the local government area led by the executive chairman, Hon. Tosin Olokun.
The governor was represented at the meeting by the commissioner for information and communications, Kingsley Femi Fanwo, a statement from his office said yesterday.
Ododo emphasised that his administration was not just lamenting over the recent security breach in the local government area, but was taking decisive actions to tackle the situation.
“We are confronting the threats head-on, and our actions are making life unbearable for the criminal elements,” he stated.
He commended the executive chairman, other officials and security agencies for their commitment and proactive approach in addressing the challenges.
The governor assured residents that his government would continue to provide all necessary support to ensure peace and stability in the area.
He said, “You did not vote for me to give excuses when your security is threatened, but to take decisive actions to protect you.
“That is exactly what I am doing at the moment and we won’t relent until we dislodge every agent of insecurity in Yagba West and in the entire Kogi State.
“We thank Mr President for his support towards achieving security in Kogi State. We also thank the national security adviser and all the service chiefs for mobilising logistics to deal with the security threat in some parts of the state.
“Our local hunters also did very well. They are coordinated, brave and patriotic. We have sent a clear signal to criminals that Kogi State is not a place to practice their trade.”
In his remarks, Hon. Tosin Olokun appreciated the governor for his support and swift response to the security challenges in Yagba West.
He acknowledged the government’s provision of logistics and other resources to support local security operations and urged residents to remain vigilant and cooperate with the Community Security Initiative of the state government.
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