By Ankeli Emmanuel (Sokoto)
Governor, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal in his Sallah broadcast to the people of Sokoto State and Nigerians, has lamented that the current state of insecurity is posing a disturbing threat to agriculture as well as the nation's socio-economic activities.
Tambuwal stressed that acts of banditry and kidnapping have not only led to the death of many people but also sacked many more from their ancestral homes and communities. He however appealed to all and sundry to continue to support the nation's security agencies with information and prayers.
"Acts of banditry and kidnapping by recalcitrant and Godless elements have killed, sacked and pillaged our communities and disrupted our socio-economic stability. Hostage takers have inhibited our highways, threatening agricultural activities and the flow of our business and economy"
The governor while disclosing that his government isn't relenting in the continued efforts towards tackling pockets of insecurity in parts of the State, however, assured that they will sustain their support for the security agencies working in Sokoto state.
"In response to the current state of insecurity, we have not relented in our efforts to tackle the situation, through sustained support to security agencies. And even though alarming attacks still persist in our communities, our collaboration has recorded successes in capturing and containing bandits and kidnappers in our State".
Explaining further on why Nigerians must continue to love one another, Tambuwal said, "As we celebrate Eid-el-Kabir, I enjoin us all, to imbibe the spirit of brotherhood and all the virtues that are symbolized by this holy season.
"It is a time to cleanse our hearts and the intentions of our acts, for the sole purpose of securing the reward from the Almighty and the benefit of society. I wish to appreciate the cooperation of the traditional institution and supplication of the Ulama, under the guidance of His Eminence, the Sultan of Sokoto.
"The value and efficacy of prayers cannot be over-emphasized, especially in this period of an important act of worship". NNL.
