Governor Dikko Umaru Radda of Katsina State has declared his commitment to ending banditry in the state, even if it means risking his life. In a recent BBC Hausa interview, the governor emphasized that security is a top priority. He discussed the establishment of a volunteer force equipped with weapons to address the security challenges.
The governor recently inaugurated the Community Watch Corps, a volunteer group created to complement the efforts of conventional security agencies. These volunteers have undergone training and have been provided with vehicles, motorcycles, and armoured cars.
Regarding allowances for the volunteers, Governor Radda mentioned that the government has adopted the minimum wage system, and the volunteers will be compensated accordingly. He emphasized that the volunteers are motivated to protect their communities and loved ones.
The governor also addressed critics who claim that these patrols worsen the security situation, stating that the reality is different. He stressed that it is unacceptable to allow bandits to continue kidnapping and killing in the state, and he is prepared to take all necessary measures to end the problem, even if it means personally venturing into the forest.
Governor Radda’s commitment underscores the seriousness with which the state government is approaching the issue of banditry and insecurity in Katsina State.
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