Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani, has vowed that the state shall not become a haven for criminal gangs, warning that those who threaten the lives and livelihoods of citizens will face the full weight of the law.
The governor said that his administration would not allow a few misguided individuals to destroy the peace that so many have worked hard to build.
Represented by the deputy governor, Dr Hadiza Balarabe, at the inauguration of a Special Task Force on Community Policing and Drug Control on Wednesday, he expressed determination to rid Kaduna State of illicit drugs.
“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 centres. What we are beginning to experience amounts to a form of urban terrorism, and we should not allow it to take root,’’ she added.
Governor Sani noted that ”we are not only determined to rid our state of violent crime and drugs, but we are also committed to making our streets, neighbourhoods, and homes safe for everyone.’’
He warned the security personnel who will be part of this Task Force not to allow themselves to be compromised, adding that ‘’this is a sacred duty deserving of full dedication and commitment.’’
The governor said the fight against crime cannot be won by the government alone, as “we would also liaise with the general public to gain their full cooperation. We would work to provide information that would heighten vigilance and their sense of civic responsibility for us to succeed.
