COMMUNITY REPORT
Insecurity: Isoko South Boss Hosts Arewa Community Leaders, Security Chiefs to Strategic Meeting
Following the escalating security concerns across the nation, the Chairman of Isoko South Local Government Area of Delta State, Friday Ovoke Warri, on Monday convened a critical security stakeholders’ meeting with key security agencies, host community leaders, and the Arewa community in Isoko South council area.
Speaking during the meeting held at the council secretariat, Oleh, the council chairman, said that the current national insecurity situation in the country demands increased alertness, improved collaboration, and seamless communication among security personnel and community stakeholders.
He emphasized that a cohesive, proactive, and intelligence-led strategy is vital to securing Isoko South.
Noting that each member of the Arewa community in Isoko South must have an ID card, Warri noted their level of trade/activities in the area.
“The practice of cattle grazing on people’s farms without permission and the uncultured attitude of some scavengers necessitates the identification of its members in the area. This measure would help reduce potential security risks among their ranks, improve environmental sanitation, and enhance community visibility.”
The council chairman reaffirmed his administration’s unwavering commitment to the safety and well-being of all residents of Isoko South, assuring that the council will continue to work closely with security agencies to maintain peace and order.
In his remarks, Nasiru Ruwa, the newly appointed Sarkin leader of the Arewa community in Isoko South, pledged to cultivate a harmonious and collaborative relationship between the Arewa community members and the Isoko South communities.
It was further mutually agreed that the disclosure of official phone numbers of the DPO would enhance communication and accelerate response times in emergency situations.
A significant outcome of the meeting was the introduction of a thorough awareness initiative christened “See Something, Say Something”. This initiative seeks to urge residents and Arewa community leaders to report suspicious activities promptly and provide security agencies with timely information to aid in crime prevention, with particular emphasis on the Arewa community executives who are visitors in the local government.
In attendance were the Divisional Police Officer (DPO), Oleh, a representative of the Department of State Services (DSS), community leaders from Oleh, and representatives of the Hausa community, led by their leader.