ECONOMIC HARDSHIP: GOVERNORS EXPRESS COMMITMENT TO SECURITY OVER PLANNED PROTEST
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In advance of the August demonstration by young people against economic hardship, the 36 state governors of the Federation have reaffirmed their commitment to ensuring the safety of people and property throughout the nation.
This was said in a statement released following the governors’ meeting in Abuja, which started on Wednesday night and ended early on Thursday.
AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, the governor of Kwara State and Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF), signed the communiqué.
The governors operating under the auspices of the NGF reported that the forum was briefed on the planned protest by the Office of the National Security Adviser (NSA).
“The NGF received a briefing from the National Security Adviser’s (NSA) office on the current security situation in the country. The NSA noted the growing momentum for a planned protest demanding government attention.
“The NSA is committed to supporting the governors in improving security architecture at the subnational level.
“The governors thanked the NSA and reinstated its commitment to enhancing the security of lives and properties at the sub-national,” AbdulRazaq said.
He also said members received a briefing from the body of Attorneys General of the 36 states on the Supreme Court ruling on the financial autonomy of local governments.
“Members received a briefing from the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) on the recent change in the association’s leadership and other initiatives. The NBA expressed their commitment to working with the States in defence of our democracy and the rule of law.
“The governors highlighted the importance of such a revered association and the role they play in ensuring effective governance. They assured the governors of their continued collaboration and readiness to provide necessary support.”
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