I-G vows to reclaim Kwara communities from terrorists

The Inspector-General of Police, Mr Tunji Disu, has assured Kwara residents and Nigerians that security agencies will reclaim communities currently threatened by terrorists.

Disu gave the assurance on Monday during an operational visit to the Nigeria Police Force command in Ilorin, where he met stakeholders to review strategies against insecurity.

According to him, the visit was aimed at engaging critical stakeholders and assessing security strategies to address emerging threats in the state.

He urged members of the public to cooperate with security agencies, stressing that collective action remained vital to tackling insecurity nationwide.

“I am in Kwara to meet stakeholders and discuss ways to tackle terrorists tormenting our people.

“Criminals cannot drive us from our communities. We are determined to take back our communities from terrorists.

“I know Kwara and the efforts you have been making. We will continue working together to ensure these criminals are defeated,” he said.

The I-G assured that the welfare of police officers would remain a priority under his leadership.

He added that additional security operations would be launched to restore public confidence and sustain Kwara’s reputation as a peaceful state.

Disu also cautioned against profiling cattle rearers, noting that not all Fulani herders should be regarded as criminals.

He urged residents to promptly report suspicious movements or credible intelligence to security agencies for swift action.

Kwara Commissioner of Police, Adekimi Ojo, commended the I-G for choosing the state for his first operational visit after assuming office.

“We are grateful the I-G chose Kwara for his first operational visit. We will continue to cooperate to achieve lasting peace in the state,” Ojo said.