The Northern Senators Forum has called for an immediate and decisive military response to insurgent attacks in Adamawa State, following renewed concerns over the safety of residents and security personnel in the region.
The demand comes amid growing anxiety over attacks attributed to insurgents, with the lawmakers insisting that security agencies must intensify operations aimed at locating and dislodging armed groups operating in affected communities.
The senators’ position reflects wider concerns about the persistent security challenges confronting parts of Northern Nigeria. In August, the Forum condemned attacks in Adamawa and Sokoto that it said claimed more than 36 lives, including security personnel and civilians, while also calling for stronger grassroots intelligence and faster security responses.
According to the Forum, protecting communities requires more than reacting after attacks have occurred. It has therefore continued to call for stronger military presence, improved intelligence gathering, better equipment and closer cooperation between security agencies and local communities.
The lawmakers have also advocated for the strengthening of community vigilance structures and renewed attention to the proposed State Police Bill, arguing that decentralised policing could improve response time and intelligence gathering at the grassroots.
The latest demand for military action underscores the seriousness of the security situation in parts of Adamawa, where residents continue to face the threat of attacks and disruption of normal economic and social activities.
The senators are expected to continue pressing the Federal Government and security authorities for stronger measures to protect lives, secure vulnerable communities and prevent insurgents from establishing freedom of movement in affected areas.
The situation also highlights the need for sustained coordination among the military, police, intelligence agencies, state authorities and local communities as authorities work to address insecurity in the North-East.
PINAIBA BOLOUERE FIRSTLADY
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GLOBAL EGBERI MEDIA INTERNATIONAL LTD
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