Abuja: Mohammed Ndarani, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), emphasizes that joint intelligence sharing and operations are crucial to addressing the insecurity challenges in Nigeria.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, Ndarani expressed these views during an interview, following the successful rescue of 308 kidnapped victims from Kwara and Niger states.
Ndarani highlighted the importance of collective efforts from both security agencies and citizens to tackle the security issues plaguing the nation. He shared his relief and gratitude over the rescue, stating that it allows Nigerians, not just the victims’ families, to breathe a sigh of relief. He extended his commendations to President Bola Tinubu, National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu, and all security agencies involved in what is considered the largest single-day rescue mission in Nigeria.
Ribadu’s approach to security, which Ndarani praises as one of the best globally, was instrumental in the operation. Ndarani stressed the necessity of community invo
lvement in intelligence gathering, urging locals to report suspicious activities to authorities. This, he believes, will enhance efficiency and cooperation between citizens and security forces.
The successful rescue operation has reignited hope among Nigerians, as Ndarani urges security agencies to maintain momentum and intensify efforts to thwart future attacks and abductions. He encourages citizens to continue providing valuable security information to authorities, which will help curtail criminal activities and foster a safer, more peaceful nation.
Ndarani also calls for swift prosecution and sentencing of the perpetrators to deter future crimes and deliver justice to victims. He underscores the importance of such legal actions to prevent others from engaging in similar activities.
The News Agency of Nigeria reports that this recent rescue occurred weeks after 44 pupils and teachers, abducted during a school attack in Oyo state, were freed after over 50 days in captivity. The increasing incidents of abd
uctions across various regions in Nigeria have raised concerns about the spread of insecurity beyond the country’s traditional conflict zones.