Amid persistent insecurity in parts of Southern Kaduna, residents and community leaders have called for decisive action as the Deputy Inspector-General of Police in charge of Operations, Shehu Umar Nadada, led a high-level operational tour across affected areas in the state.
The tour, which covered Kachia, Sanga, Jere, Zango, Kajuru and Kafanchan, brought the police hierarchy face-to-face with communities grappling with recurring violence, kidnappings and farmer-herder tensions.
Accompanied by the Kaduna State Commissioner of Police, Rabiu Muhammad, the DIG met with a broad spectrum of stakeholders, including traditional rulers, Fulani leaders, Miyetti Allah representatives, religious figures and youth groups.
While the police described the visit as part of efforts to strengthen security architecture, many residents used the opportunity to express frustration over what they described as lingering threats to lives and livelihoods.
Community members highlighted the need for sustained security presence, rapid response to distress calls and improved intelligence gathering to prevent further attacks in vulnerable areas.
Discussions also dwelt on the deep-rooted farmer-herder crisis, with stakeholders urging authorities to adopt inclusive and practical solutions that address both security and socio-economic concerns.
In his remarks, DIG Nadada appealed for calm and unity among residents, stressing that peace remains a collective responsibility and warning against actions capable of escalating tensions.
He assured the communities of the Nigeria Police Force’s commitment to tackling criminal elements and restoring normalcy, noting that feedback from the tour would inform ongoing security operations.
Observers say the success of the renewed police engagement will depend largely on how quickly concerns raised by residents translate into visible action on the ground, as communities continue to yearn for lasting peace.
