Gombe Governor Declares Insecurity Biggest Threat to Northern Nigeria’s Stability

Insecurity is everyone’s responsibility. The government and security agencies cannot do it alone. If you see something, say something.\

Gombe State Governor Muhammadu Yahaya made the declaration in a statewide broadcast to launch the "Unite Against Terror" campaign. He noted that security is a shared responsibility between government, security agencies, and citizens.

Muhammadu Yahaya, a former Nigerian Army colonel, has been serving as Gombe State Governor since 2022. Prior to his appointment, he held various military and intelligence roles. As Governor, he has been at the forefront of efforts to improve security and development in Gombe State.

The Governor emphasized that without peace, sustainable development would remain unattainable. He noted that insecurity has a direct impact on economic and social progress. "Insecurity remains the single most significant threat to the stability and development of Northern Nigeria. Without security, there can be no development, and without development, there can be no lasting peace," he said.

Yahaya commended the Nigerian Armed Forces and other security agencies for their sacrifices. He paid tribute to personnel who lost their lives in the line of duty. He also urged security operatives to combine modern technology with community intelligence while maintaining respect for human rights.

The Governor called on traditional rulers, religious leaders, youth, and women groups, as well as civil society organizations to support peace-building efforts. He stressed that terrorists thrive where communities are divided. "Criminals and terrorists thrive where there is division; they fail where communities are united and vigilant," he said.

Yahaya expressed support for the Federal Government's anti-terrorism campaign under President Bola Tinubu. He urged residents to cooperate fully with security agencies.

In a related development, Yahaya swore in newly elected chairpersons of the state's 11 local government areas and 13 local council development areas. He reaffirmed the importance of effective local governance in addressing insecurity and promoting grassroots development.

The Governor described the successful conduct of the June 27 local government elections as peaceful and credible. He noted that it reflected growing public confidence in the ruling All Progressives Congress ahead of the 2027 general elections.

As the state prepares for the 2027 general elections, Yahaya urged the new chairmen to prioritize accountability and service delivery. He warned against personal interests overriding public good. "Let your decisions always reflect the collective interest of the people," he said.

Chairman of Gombe Local Government Area, Abdullahi Bappa, thanked the Governor for his support. He pledged that the new council leaders would justify the confidence reposed in them.

Insecurity is a major challenge facing many communities in Northern Nigeria. The region has been plagued by terrorist attacks, banditry, and kidnappings. The situation has resulted in significant economic and social losses.

The Gombe State Government has been at the forefront of efforts to address insecurity in the state. The Government has established a special security task force to combat terrorism and other criminal activities.

The task force has been working closely with the Nigerian Military and other security agencies to improve security in the state. The Government has also implemented various initiatives to promote peace and development in the state.

The impact of insecurity on economic and social progress in Gombe State has been significant. The situation has resulted in the displacement of many people, loss of livelihoods, and damage to infrastructure.

The Gombe State Government has been working to address these challenges. The Government has implemented various initiatives to promote economic growth and development in the state.

The Government has also established a committee to oversee the implementation of the "Unite Against Terror" campaign. The committee is responsible for coordinating efforts to combat terrorism and other criminal activities in the state.

The Governor's call for collective action to combat insecurity has been welcomed by many citizens in Gombe State. The Governor's commitment to addressing the challenge has been praised by many.

The situation in Gombe State highlights the need for collective action to combat insecurity in Northern Nigeria. The Governor's call for unity and vigilance is a call to all citizens to work together to address this challenge.