By Mati Ali

 

The Honourable Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, CON mni, held a high-level security meeting with the Executive Governor of Kebbi State, His Excellency Dr Nasiru Idris, on 8 May 2025 at Government House, Birnin Kebbi. The engagement, which took place during the Minister’s operational visit to Kebbi State, brought together key members of the Governor’s security team and other key stakeholders.

The meeting marked a significant step toward enhancing intergovernmental collaboration to tackle insecurity in the state and its surrounding regions.

 

The session focused on fostering stronger synergy, mutual support and improved understanding between federal and state authorities in the collective fight against banditry, kidnapping, and other security threats affecting the state and environs. Both leaders emphasized the urgent need for sustained cooperation, public support and better understanding to defeat the insecurity.

In his remarks, the Honourable Minister reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to supporting state-level efforts through strategic partnerships and the deployment of resources where necessary. He lauded the efforts of the Kebbi State Government in responding to local security challenges and pledged continued federal backing to reinforce those initiatives.

 

The Governor, Dr Nasiru Idris, appreciated the Minister’s visit and reiterated his administration’s readiness to work closely with all relevant stakeholders in addressing security concerns.

He praised the commitment of security agencies operating in Kebbi and stressed the importance of collaborative governance in achieving lasting peace.