- A vote of confidence in security chiefs was passed by the Senate in recognition of their efforts
A vote of confidence in security chiefs was passed by the Senate in recognition of their efforts to combat the nation’s security issues.
Godswill Akpabio, the president of the Senate, made this statement not long after meeting behind closed doors on Tuesday in Abuja with the national security adviser and security chiefs.
According to Akpabio, the decision was reached in light of the security chiefs’ presentations regarding the nation’s progress in addressing security-related issues.
“The Senate is persuaded that the various security agencies are already taking significant action against criminals in the nation after hearing from the security chiefs.
“Such actions are indeed, yielding results with the arrest of many of the criminal non-state actors within the last few days which would surely bring about, a secure and safe country for us all.
”Senate is particularly impressed with the arrest of those who perpetrated heinous crime across the country in recent time.
“We, however, urged the various security agencies to do more by enduring synergy in their operations for total security of lives and property in the country,” he said.
Akpabio added: “On our part as legislators, we shall collaborate more with the executive arm of government towards putting the menace behind us.
“We commend Mr President for his determination and focus in ensuring the security of lives and properties.
”Senate also commends the Security Chiefs for their efforts so far particularly the men and women in uniform and leaders of various security who despite the challenges, paid the supreme sacrifice to ensure they keep the community safe.
“We urged them to go with all the suggestions made here.”