Governor Dauda Lawal has on Tuesday launched a two-day, end-of-the-year tour, honoring all the security and law enforcement agencies safeguarding the people of Zamfara state.
This was contained in a statement signed by Sulaiman Ahmed Tudu, Senior Special assistant media office of the secretary to the state government issued to newsmen.
The visit, first of its kind in the state, serves as a strategic engagement aimed at recognizing the dedication, sacrifices and resilience of the security personnel in protecting the lives and property of the citizens.
It also aims to bolster morale of these personnel and strengthen collaboration between the state government and federal security agencies in the fight against all forms of criminalities in the state.
The Governor, ably represented by the Secretary to the Zamfara State Government, Malam Abubakar Mohammad Nakwada conveyed the profound gratitude of the government and people of Zamfara to the frontline men and women battling insecurity across the state.
He further solicited for more concerted efforts towards addressing the state’s security challenges, reassuring that the state government will continue to provide all support they require to perform their duties effectively.
The Governor also extended heartfelt condolences to the agencies, praying for the eternal rest of the officers who might have paid the supreme price in the line of duty.
To further demonstrate the state government’s appreciation, the Governor distributes N160 million across the agencies as an end-of-year solidarity package. The kind gesture is to enable them to celebrate the Yuletide festivities with ease.
The first leg of the tour covers 1 Bridge Command, 207 Air Force Quick Response Group, Garrison Command, State Police Command, Nigerian Customs Service, Department of State Security, Police Mobile (MP) 42, the Federal Road Safety Corps, Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps (NSCDC), and the State Community Protection Guards (CPG).
