We have Zero Tolerance for School Abductions – Buhari
POLITICS DIGEST- President Muhammadu Buhari has said his administration will no longer tolerate the abduction of vulnerable people especially school kids.
In an address at the opening ceremony of Alumni Association of the National Defence College (AANDEC), the President said he had given marching orders to the security agencies to address all outstanding cases of school abductions and give maximum protection to all schools across the country.
President Buhari assured Nigerians that the issue of kidnapping that had bedevilled the country in the recent past was being tackled with all seriousness.
“We have zero tolerance for kidnapping, especially of school children and we shall deal with such outrages decisively. The disruption of our educational system and economic activities will not be tolerated.
“I have directed that all cases relating to security breaches, economic sabotage and wanton destruction of lives and property across the entire nation be immediately addressed.
“Let me add here that the Armed Forces have been deployed in virtually all states of the Federation to combat any security challenges,’’ he said.
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The President noted that the National Security Strategy 2019 was very clear on all issues related to safety, with the need for individuals, private sector, civil society groups, media, politicians, traditional institutions and government functionaries to key into the endeavor.
According to him, “This is the time to enhance Corporate Social Responsibility and giving back to the society.’’
The President said policies and strategies at all levels of governance must be properly coordinated and implemented to ensure Nigerians all over the country and in Diaspora had a sense of belonging, with focus on family, socio-cultural, ethical values and proper upbringing of children.
“We must also develop our future leaders to effectively take over from us. Above all, we must harness the strength in our diversity to ensure a cohesive and forward-looking nation.
“The Alumni Association of the National Defence College (AANDEC) has brought forth all of these at this National Security Seminar. I therefore commend the President of the Alumni Association and his team for their acts of patriotism, support for nation building and bringing their experience acquired in Service over the years to bear on enhancing national security, peace and development.’’
President Buhari urged the AANDEC to keep up the efforts.
“We will continue to support the Association and I also call on all the security agencies to tap into the rich experience of AANDEC membership to enhance our security and nation building.
“I look forward to a comprehensive report with actionable recommendations just as in previous occasions, to support the efforts of the Government. With the calibre of resource persons here, I have no doubt that the Seminar will be successful,’’ he said.
