North-West Security Summit Tackles Regional Insecurity
The North-West Security Summit, themed “Appraising the Security Challenges in the North-West,” took place in Gusau, Zamfara State, organized by Inspector General of Police Olatunji Disu. The event featured Governor Dauda Lawal and various dignitaries, including the Emir of Zamfara, Alhaji Attahiru Muhammad Ahmad, and military commanders.
The summit included technical sessions where topics on security governance were discussed. Former Inspector General of Police Usman Alkali Baba emphasized the need for institutional protocols to address security issues.
Commissioner of Police Ahmed Bello described the insecurity in the North-West as a complex crisis affecting multiple states, including Jigawa, Kaduna, Kano, Katsina, Kebbi, Sokoto, and Zamfara. He highlighted the region's vast area, population, and challenges posed by porous borders and the proliferation of small arms.
The discussions underscored the need for effective security measures to combat banditry and related crimes.
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