The Chairman of the Ondo State House of Assembly Committee on Security and Community Development, Akoni Ifabiyi Olatunji, has called on Nigerians to close ranks and intensify vigilance against kidnapping, terrorism and other security threats ravaging the country.
Ifabiyi, who represents Odigbo Constituency 1, made the call in a statement issued by his Press Secretary, Sam Ajide on Tuesday in Akure, while congratulating the people of the constituency on the new month.
The lawmaker said the fight against insecurity should not be left solely to security agencies, stressing that citizens have a critical role to play by remaining vigilant and providing relevant information to the authorities.
He urged Nigerians to promptly report suspicious movements, persons and activities to the appropriate security agencies, noting that timely information could help security personnel prevent attacks, disrupt criminal operations and save lives.
Ifabiyi also warned against the spread of divisive rhetoric and narratives capable of deepening ethnic, religious and political tensions across the country.
He maintained that national unity was essential to defeating terrorism and other violent crimes, urging Nigerians to resist attempts to exploit insecurity as a means of further dividing the country.
The lawmaker further called for greater solidarity with communities and families affected by kidnapping, terrorism and other violent attacks.
According to him, victims of insecurity should not be abandoned or treated as isolated casualties, but as members of one national family deserving of empathy, protection and meaningful support.
Ifabiyi also charged Nigerians to demand accountability from leaders and other individuals entrusted with responsibilities at all levels, stressing that building a peaceful and secure society requires the collective commitment of both citizens and government.
He said Nigerians must work together to strengthen national cohesion, promote peace and support efforts aimed at restoring security across the country.
The lawmaker, however, commended the efforts of governments and security agencies in combating kidnapping, banditry and terrorism in the country.
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