Katsina State Government said that it has invested over N10 billion in the last six months to address security challenges in the state.
Bala Zango, the Commissioner for Information, Culture, and Home Affairs, disclosed to the press on Wednesday that a significant portion, exceeding N7 billion, was allocated to acquiring vehicles and associated hardware for security agencies.
This substantial financial commitment reflects the state’s dedication to enhancing its security infrastructure and capabilities.
Additionally, over 1,500 security personnel, known as the Katsina Security Watch Corps (KSWC), were recruited, trained, and deployed to local councils grappling with security challenges.
With the huge investment in the sector, he said, the state has witnessed significant reduction in security issues, especially crimes perpetrated by terrorists and kidnappers.
Zango, however, called on residents to join in tackling insecurity, as the matter was not supposed to be that of security operatives alone.
According to the commissioner, one way residents can do this is by coming forward with intelligence that will assist security agencies to work effectively.
