FG Determined to End Terrorism, Banditry, Says Secretary
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The Federal Government has vowed to end terrorism and banditry in the country, with the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, leading the charge. He made the vow at a Peace and Security Summit Award held in Abuja on Friday.
Peace and Security Summit Award: A Gathering of Stakeholders
The Peace and Security Summit Award, which was held in Abuja, brought together various stakeholders in the fight against insecurity, including the military and the legislature. The summit, which was convened by Jennifer Serrano, emphasized the need for all Nigerians to come together to support the government's effort to end terrorism and banditry.
Support for the Military and the Victims
Senator Akume called on the media to support the military and the victims of terrorism and banditry by reporting in a fair and balanced manner. He noted that the media has a crucial role to play in the fight against insecurity, as they can help to build public support for the military and the government's efforts.
Importance of Media Reportage
According to Akume, the media should report on the efforts of the military and the victims of terrorism and banditry fairly and accurately, so that the public can have a clear understanding of the situation. He also emphasized the need for the media to assist the military and other stakeholders in the fight against insecurity.
Greater Commitment to Security and Crime Prevention
Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Defence, Rep. Benson Babajimi, said that effective security of a society depends on the level of security consciousness of the citizens and the understanding that exists between the security agencies and the community. He emphasized the need for greater commitment to security and crime prevention, in view of the country's current security challenges.
Peace and Security Summit Award: A Step Towards
Lasting Peace Rep. Babajimi said that the Peace and Security Summit Award represents a significant step towards redefining the national security arrangements for peace and unity of the country. He emphasized the importance of peace and security as the true foundation of unity, and the need for all Nigerians to support the government's effort to end terrorism and banditry.
Key Facts
- The Federal Government is determined to end terrorism and banditry in the country.
- The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, led the charge at a Peace and Security Summit Award held in Abuja.
- The summit brought together various stakeholders in the fight against insecurity, including the military and the legislature.
- The media was called upon to support the military and the victims of terrorism and banditry by reporting in a fair and balanced manner.
- Effective security of a society depends on the level of security consciousness of the citizens and the understanding that exists between the security agencies and the community.