The Senator representing Borno South Senatorial District, Ali Ndume, has warned residents of Gwoza Local Government Area to desist from collaborating with terrorists, urging communities to expose informants and anyone aiding criminal activities.
Ndume gave the warning during a visit to the palace of the
Emir of Gwoza, where he met with the traditional ruler, youths and other
stakeholders.
He later proceeded to Bulabulin/Gwoza-Wakani ward, where he
obtained his All Progressives Congress, APC, digital membership card.
The lawmaker said the visit was part of efforts to mobilise
residents for the ongoing APC electronic registration and the Permanent Voter
Card, PVC, registration exercise, as well as to discuss security challenges in
the area.
Addressing participants at a consultative meeting held at
the emir’s palace, Ndume said communities must take responsibility for
safeguarding themselves by exposing individuals who provide information or
support to terrorists.
“We will not tolerate anyone serving as an informant. Anyone
found wanting will be dealt with decisively. You cannot live among your people
and betray them,” he said.
The senator also raised concerns over rising drug abuse and
other social vices in Gwoza, disclosing that he had engaged the National Drug
Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, to address the issue.
He said discussions were ongoing with women groups to tackle
emerging social challenges in the area.
On education, Ndume encouraged youths to enrol at the
Federal College of Education, Gwoza, and the School of Nursing and Midwifery,
saying efforts were being made to support access to education for
underprivileged students.
Speaking at the meeting, the Emir of Gwoza, Alhaji Mohammed
Shehu Timta, expressed concern over drug abuse among youths, warning that
development cannot thrive in communities affected by substance abuse.
He called on parents, traditional institutions and youths to
work together to curb the problem.
Also speaking, the Director-General of the National Women
Development Centre urged youths to avoid crime and engage in productive
activities, while encouraging APC members in the area to participate in the
party’s digital registration and PVC enrolment ahead of the 2027 general
elections.
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