Sokoto Wants ONSA-led Security Drill to Tackle Banditry

Sokoto State is urging the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) to conduct a crisis-response simulation exercise in the region. The state's Special Adviser on Security Matters, Col. Ahmed Usman (rtd), argues that such a drill would enhance coordination among security and emergency agencies in tackling banditry and other threats.

Usman sees the initiative as timely, given the evolving nature of security challenges across different regions of the country. He emphasizes that testing the nation's crisis management architecture through a multi-agency exercise is crucial before major incidents occur. The exercise could offer a practical way to evaluate existing response mechanisms and identify areas that require improvement.

Sokoto State, which has been grappling with serious security concerns, particularly from banditry, is particularly interested in hosting a similar drill. It would allow for the assessment of preparedness, improvement of synergy among security agencies, and testing of communication, command, and control during a major incident. The state government is committed to collaborating with the federal government and security agencies to ensure the protection of lives and property for all residents.