Acquire arms to defend yourselves- Emir urges Communitie.
From : Ayodele Ajoge, Birnin-Kebbi
The Emir of Argungu in Kebbi State, Alhaji Muhammad Samaila Mera has urged communities in his emirate to legally acquire arms and strengthen local vigilance to protect themselves against persistent attacks by bandits and other criminal elements.
The emir made the call on penultimate days during a meeting with district heads, village heads and ward heads at his palace in Argungu.
Alhaji Mera stressed the need for communities to intensify intelligence gathering and promptly share useful information with security agencies to enhance efforts at tackling insecurity.
He advised residents to collectively mobilise resources to procure government-approved weapons for lawful self-defence.
According to him, the mere knowledge that a community possesses the capacity to defend itself could serve as a strong deterrent to criminal attacks.
"If communities legally acquire arms and bandits become aware that residents are prepared to defend themselves, it will discourage many attacks. He said.
The emir maintained that self-defence within the confines of the law was necessary in view of the increasing security challenges confronting rural communities.
"It is not proper for people to remain helpless while criminals kill innocent citizens, abduct residents and violate women.
"Communities should be prepared to defend themselves, their families and their property against any form of attack," he said.
According to him, the situation often leaves residents and traditional leaders with no option but to flee whenever attacks occur.
The royal father however, caution that his remarks should not be interpreted as an endorsement of unlawful procession of fire arms, but lawfully process.
He, therefore, called on residents across the Argungu Emirate to remain vigilant, cooperate with security agencies and uphold the fear of God in their daily activities to promote peace and security in the area.
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