By Israel Bulus, Kaduna
The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has urged stakeholders in Southern Kaduna to expose individuals collaborating with bandits responsible for the insecurity plaguing the region.
Musa made the call at the Southern Kaduna Solemn Assembly for Restoration held recently in Bara, Jema’a Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
He emphasized that lasting peace cannot be achieved unless those aiding criminal activities within the communities are identified and exposed.
“Don’t shield those working with these criminals simply because they are your children. If you do, you are enabling a system that will eventually destroy us all,” the CDS warned.
“Advise them to stop. If they refuse, report them to us so that decisive action can be taken. We need accurate and timely intelligence to restore peace to our communities,” he added.
According to Musa, the assembly provided a platform for traditional rulers to brief security authorities on developments within their domains. He assured the community that the military is ready to act on credible information.
“No matter how insignificant it may seem, let us know where they are hiding, their camps, activities, logistics channels, and their sponsors. Share this information immediately,” he said.
The Defence Chief reiterated the Federal Government’s commitment under President Bola Tinubu to support the military in eradicating criminal elements nationwide.
While acknowledging past mistakes and challenges, Musa appealed to the people of Southern Kaduna to embrace unity and work towards a more peaceful future.
“We must put aside our differences to achieve progress,” he said. “Politics is no longer something to shy away from. In the past, we were told it’s a dirty game, but avoiding it only harms us. If you’re not involved, you can’t effect change.”
He encouraged youths and community leaders to participate actively in politics, not to destroy, but to build their communities and ensure better representation.
