Former Governor of Sokoto State and Senator representing Sokoto South, Aminu Tambuwal, has appealed to residents of Jabo District to remain calm and continue to support security agencies following the recent military operation against terrorists in the area.
Tambuwal made the call on Sunday during a visit to the community after reports of explosions linked to a coordinated operation by the Nigerian military and allied United States forces, which occurred between the night of December 25 and the early hours of December 26.
Describing the incident as unfortunate, the former governor expressed sympathy with affected residents and prayed that such occurrences would not be repeated.
“Whenever incidents like this happen, people naturally become worried and concerned.
“What is important is that leaders are on ground to assess the situation, reassure the people and ensure that peace is maintained,” Tambuwal said.
He commended community leaders and residents for their calm response, noting that their conduct helped prevent panic and escalation of tension.
Tambuwal stressed that terrorism should not be viewed through ethnic or religious lenses, describing it instead as a collective threat to society.
“Terrorism and terrorists are nobody’s friends. This is not a religious war or an ethnic war. It is a war of all people of goodwill against people of evil. We must not tolerate it in any form,” he said.
The senator urged residents to continue cooperating with security agencies and government authorities, noting that peace and security are essential for economic activities and freedom of worship to thrive.
“It is only in a secure environment that people can go about their daily businesses and practise their faith freely,” he added.
Responding, the District Head of Jabo Community, Alhaji Aliyu Garba, thanked Tambuwal for identifying with the people during a difficult moment.
He also commended the Federal Government and security agencies for their swift response to the situation, describing it as reassuring to the community.
Garba reaffirmed the community’s commitment to peace and cooperation with authorities to ensure lasting security in the area.
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