The Kogi State Government has assured residents of their safety following reports of a planned terrorist attack in parts of Kogi and Ondo States.
In a statement issued on Wednesday by the Commissioner for Information and Communications, Hon. Kingsley Femi Fanwo, the government urged citizens to remain calm and vigilant, describing the intelligence report as a positive sign of proactive security measures.
“The report itself is evidence that our security agencies are alive to their responsibilities. We commend the DSS for their vigilance and for providing early intelligence capable of preventing such evil plans from being executed,” the statement read.
Fanwo stated that the government is working closely with the Department of State Services (DSS), the Nigerian Army, the Police, and other relevant security formations to ensure that any terrorist attempt is foiled before it poses a threat to lives or property.
“His Excellency, Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo, has made security of lives and property a top priority of his administration. Strategic security measures have been reinforced across the State, and surveillance has been intensified, especially around border communities,” he added.
He further appealed to residents to continue with their daily activities without fear while maintaining vigilance and reporting any suspicious movement or individuals to nearby security agencies.
“The Government will protect the people at all costs. We will not allow criminals or terror groups to disrupt the peace and progress we have built. Kogi remains one of the safest states in Nigeria, and we intend to keep it that way,” the statement concluded.
Faridah Abdulkadiri
