In a major effort to strengthen security in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Minister Barr. Nyesom Wike handed over 50 brand-new operational vehicles, fully equipped with advanced communication gadgets, to security agencies during a ceremony in Abuja on Thursday. The initiative marks a continuation of the administration’s proactive approach to ensuring safety and security across the FCT.
Speaking at the event, Wike highlighted the central role of security in governance, stressing that without it, progress in other sectors would be meaningless. “We are building roads, yes, but if people are not alive, who will use the roads? Security is key in any government. A government that cannot protect life and property has no business being in government,” he stated. He noted that within four months, his administration had provided 100 vehicles to security agencies, a feat he described as unprecedented. Wike urged the agencies to remain proactive, especially during the festive season, declaring, “We must take the war to them and let them know we are serious.”
The FCT Commissioner of Police, CP Olatunji Disu, expressed profound gratitude to the minister for his commitment to enhancing security operations. He acknowledged the vehicles as a crucial addition to the police fleet, enabling swift responses to emergencies, more effective patrols, and strengthened community policing efforts. CP Disu assured the public of strategic deployment to improve response times and visibility, while fostering trust between law enforcement and residents. “Security is a shared responsibility, and we are dedicated to working with the community to foster peace and progress,” he added.
Director of Security Services, Mr. Adamu Buba Gwary, commended the administration’s inclusive approach, which involves conventional security forces, organized vigilantes, and local hunters. Highlighting a significant drop in kidnapping, banditry, and communal clashes, he attributed the progress to the administration’s provision of essential crime-fighting tools. “The Renewed Hope Agenda is not just a promise; it is being implemented with visible results,” Gwary remarked, underscoring the administration’s dedication to ensuring peace and stability in the nation’s capital.
