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Expert seeks more funding for military, others
A security expert, Dr Saddiq Hassan, on Sunday advised the Federal Government to increase the funding of the military and other security agencies, to enhance their performance.
Hassan, Managing Director, Hassino Security Strategic-Consult Ltd, gave the advice in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja.
He said that improved funding of security agencies had become imperative in view of the security challenges facing the country at the moment.
The expert said that with improved finding , the nation’s military and other security agencies would function optimally.
Hassan also called for training and retraining of personnel to sharpen their competences and improve their capabilities.
According to him ,training of personnel together with improved intelligence gathering and information sharing, will go a long way in tackling the myriads of security challenges currently plaguing the country.
”This is required especially in the north-east, north-west, north-central, south-east and other parts of the country.
“Therefore, intelligence gathering, information sharing, training and re-training of personnel with the requisite equipment,are key in military operations and successes ” he said.
Hassan urged the government to better the welfare of police personnel and recruit more hands to strengthen internal security.
“Over time, they(police) have been underfunded with poor salaries,poor housing and inadequate modern equipment. This is not encouraging at all.
“If you look at Egypt, whose population is not by any means close to Nigeria’s population, they have about a million police officers, while we have less than 500,000 officers for a population of over 200 milion.
“ So, compare the population of both countries, you will discover that police need more manpower to function optimally.”,he said.
Hassan said that improved funding of police would reduce the crime rate in the country.
On the general elections in 2023,the expert said though the country had been faced with serious security challenges in recent times, he did not see it as a threat to the elections.
“I see the forthcoming election as the normal exercise that takes place every four years and as usual, the Federal Government will always do the needful, by deploying security personnel for a peaceful process.
“However, I would advise the government to deploy more security personnel to maintain peace before, during and even after the elections especially now that the security of the country is under threat”,he said.
President Bola Tinubu, on Tuesday arrived in Katsina to receive the remains of the former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away in London on Sunday at the age of 82.
Just hours before the burial of former President Muhammadu Buhari, heartfelt tributes have continued to pour in from beneficiaries of his many charitable deeds, with many describing him as a man who never turned his back on the needy.
Speaking to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday, Aminu Daura, a respected community elder, recalled how Buhari consistently provided foodstuffs during Ramadan for families, friends, widows, and orphans in his hometown.
“He never made noise about it, but many homes had food on their tables during fasting period because of him,” Daura said.
Abdullahi Sani, a physically-challenged man who received a tricycle from the Buhari Foundation in 2021, was overcome with emotion while speaking to NAN.
“I can move around and feed my family today because of Baba Buhari. I pray to Allah to reward him for giving hope to people like me,” he said, in tears.
Hajiya Fatima Yahaya, another resident, remembered Buhari’s acts of kindness during festive seasons.
“Even after he left office, his aides ensured that the usual support still reached us every year. He always remember his people,” she said, referring to his distribution of Sallah rams and food items to indigent families during Eid celebrations.
Other residents of Daura also shared memories of how the late former president quietly paid school fees and medical bills for struggling families, actions rarely publicized.
“Some of us benefited from his silent interventions. He was a true father and a great figure in the society,” said Ali Saidu.
On Monday night, Imams across various mosques in Daura held special Qur’anic recitations, praying for the forgiveness of Buhari’s sins and his eternal peace.
The Chief Imam of Daura Central Mosque, Sheikh Musa Kofar Barau, described Buhari as a humble leader whose legacy of service and compassion would remain alive in the hearts of the people.
Buhari is scheduled to be buried later on Tuesday in his hometown of Daura, Katsina State, in line with Islamic rites. The community is bracing to welcome thousands of mourners from across Nigeria and beyond.
His Majesty King Mohammed VI of Morocco has extended heartfelt condolences to President Bola Tinubu, the family of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, and the entire Nigerian people following Buhari’s death.
In a message of sympathy, the Moroccan monarch described the passing of the former Nigerian leader as a “sad occurrence,” expressing deep sorrow over the loss.
King Mohammed VI hailed Buhari as “an illustrious leader who worked untiringly to serve his country’s best interests and lead his people toward further progress and prosperity.”
He added: “Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the bereaved. I share your grief and want you to know how much I appreciated the working sessions I had with the deceased.”
Reflecting on their bilateral engagements, the king noted that his collaboration with Buhari led to the launch of promising development projects, “ushering a new era grounded in friendship and close cooperation between our two sister nations.”
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