A group, Ndigbo Unity Forum (NUF), on Wednesday, advised
governors to set up community policing networks in their various states to
assist in protecting lives and property.
Mr Augustine Chukwudum, the NUF President, gave the advice in an
interview in Enugu.
Chukwudum observed that the security agencies might have been
overstretched and needed the help of the populace to effectively nip these
killings in the bud.
He advocated for concerted efforts by all Nigerians, stressing
that security remained everybody’s business and not only the Federal
Government’s responsibility.
“This is the time for every Nigerian to rise up and defend their
homes by joining governments at all levels in strengthening security in their
communities and neighbourhoods.
“It is unpatriotic that a Nigerian will fold arms and allow his
or her community and neighbourhood to be destroyed and people maimed
mindlessly.’’
The NUF boss, however, extended the group’s condolences to those
who lost their loved ones and property in the killings.
“NUF will continue to
pray that the Almighty God grants them rest and bring us peace in the
country.’’
Gunmen killed many people
and burnt over 50 houses as thousands of people fled their homes in
Plateau on Sunday.
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