Insecurity: KTSG approves 700 additional motorcycles for community watch volunteers
The Katsina State Executive Council has approved the procurement of 700 additional motorcycles for community watch volunteers to boost their mobility in responding to attacks by bandits and other criminal elements.
The approval, aimed at reinforcing ongoing fight against banditry, kidnapping, and other criminal activities across the state, was given during the Council’s 12th Regular Meeting, chaired by Governor Dikko Umaru Radda.
The decisions of the council were disclosed to journalists by the Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Dr. Nasiru Mu’azu Danmusa.
Dr. Danmusa explained that the motorcycles would also enable the security operatives to effectively patrol hard-to-reach areas.
He said in addition to that, the government has approved the procurement of essential tactical equipment, including security arms machines, tactical carry cases, slings, tools, clearing kits, and operational manuals.
“These items will support the Katsina State Community Watch Corps in collaboration with DSS operatives and other security agencies to enhance joint operations across the state.”
He said eight armoured Toyota Land Cruiser Buffalo pick-up trucks would be purchased to strengthen mobility and provide operatives with secure access to areas prone to ambush by bandits.
“These measures are part of ongoing efforts to reinforce our community-based security initiatives and to provide conventional agencies, including the Police, DSS, and Civil Defence, with the necessary tools to combat insecurity more effectively,” the internal security commissioner said.
“We are fighting these bandits in every corner. We are determined to continue pushing until Katsina becomes a safe state, where economic growth and development can flourish.”
He solicited the continuous prayers, support, and encouragement of citizens, and assured that the state government was committed to restoring lasting peace and security across Katsina state.
