Tambuwal meets Defense Minister over insecurity in Sokoto

Sokoto South senator, Aminu Tambuwal, on Friday met with the Minister of Defense, General Christopher Musa, rtd, over the prevailing insecurity in the state.

In a post on his verified X handle on Friday, Tambuwal said he went to the minister with the lawmaker representing Kebbe/Tambuwal Federal Constituency at the House of Representatives, to discuss the persistent security challenges in Kebbe and Tambuwal LGAs as well as the entire state.

He said they conveyed the concerns of their people and stressed the urgent need for increased security presence, additional operational resources and sustained action to protect lives and property, and enable their people to pursue their livelihoods without fear.

According to him, the minister assured them of the commitment of the Federal Government to addressing the situation and pledged additional resources and operational support to strengthen security operations in the affected areas.

“We appreciate these assurances and look forward to their swift translation into action on the ground.

“The security and wellbeing of our people remain paramount. We will continue to engage all relevant authorities and pursue every necessary intervention until lasting peace and security are restored to our communities,” he tweeted.