By SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri –
In its efforts to enhance security in the state, the Zone 15 Police Command and Borno State Police Command have organized a critical security stakeholders meeting to discuss emerging security challenges and proffer practical solutions to reduced crime in the state
The critical stakeholders meeting held in Maiduguri attracted participants from police, Ordinance unit, Nigerian Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW, Road Transport Employee Association of Nigeria (RTEAN),.
Others include Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Land Speculator Association, student unions, women and youths groups, among others.
Addressing the critical stakeholders, AIG Zone 15, AIG KeneChukwu Onwuemele said ” The hosting of this forum today underscores the pertinent need to deepen engagement with you, our vital partners, in a state that has shown remarkable resilience amid prolonged security challenges.
“The commitment shown by your presence here today is as commendable, as it is crucial to the peace, stability, and long-term development of Borno State. Thank you for coming.”.
” It is with a deep sense of duty and appreciation that I welcome you to this Stakeholders’ Forum on Security Matters in Borno State,” AIG Kenechukwu said.
He added that the forum was convened by the Nigeria Police Force, Zone 15 Headquarters, Maiduguri, in line with the strategic vision of the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, PhD, NPM, to achieve a 40% reduction in crime in 2025, across the Thirty-Six (36) States and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
“As part of the Zone’s effort towards that goal is to foster stronger relationships with critical stakeholders in Borno State. We consider this a key approach to realizing the vision.”, the AIG said.
AIG Onwuemele said ” This forum is not just another meeting. It provides a platform for: Sharing field experiences in security management within the state, Discussing the distinct challenges faced by various stakeholders,.”
“Figuring out immediate and long-term needs for enhancing security, and Strengthening collaboration and trust between communities and the police.
“We are here to listen, to learn, and to forge sustainable partnerships that will contribute to enhancing the security of Borno State,” he added.
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AIG Kenechukwu emphasized that security is everyone’s responsibility, stressing that “it begins with vigilance—whether in our homes, places of business, employment, schools, or places of worship and transit.”
He highlighted the critical roles of different stakeholders, noting that the Civilian Joint Task Force’s grassroots intelligence and vigilance are essential to community policing.
AIG Kenechukwu also emphasized the importance of structured cooperation, trust-building, and shared accountability among stakeholders, urging participants to share concrete security experiences, propose practical solutions, and commit to ongoing collaboration.
He called on all stakeholders to work together, saying, “Let us seize this moment to strengthen bonds of trust and cooperation. Let us make Borno safer, not just for ourselves, but for the generations yet to come.”
Commissioner of Police, Borno State Command, CP Lawal Yusufu, noted that the meeting aimed to engage stakeholders from various groups to discuss emerging security threats, including gangsterism, kidnapping, and banditry, stating that “today’s gathering is not without a reason, Borno have been witnessing a relative peace, but in these days we have been witnessing emerging threats.”
He emphasized the importance of collaboration with key stakeholders to prevent and combat crime, and expressed optimism that together, they could proffer practical solutions to these challenges.
