Ahmed Usman: Community Intelligence Key to Tackling Rural Insecurity
As he approaches three years in office as Special Adviser to Governor Ahmed Aliyu of Sokoto State on Security Matters, retired military officer, Col. Ahmed Usman, says community-based intelligence has
Retired Colonel Ahmed Usman, the Special Adviser to Governor Ahmed Aliyu on Security Matters for Sokoto State, explains that community-based intelligence is now a vital component in the fight against rural insecurity. Since taking office nearly three years ago, the administration has made significant strides in security, including the restoration of allowances for security personnel, the procurement of over 1,000 vehicles and motorcycles, and the establishment of a State Security Committee.
These efforts have led to the rescue of over 200 kidnapped victims, recovery of hundreds of stolen animals, and neutralization of numerous bandit and criminal elements. Despite ongoing attacks in certain areas, Usman emphasizes that lasting security improvements require sustained commitment and effort.
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