By Sule Aliyu, Bauchi
Bauchi State Governor, Sen Bala Abdulkadir Muhammad has lamented the increase in criminal activities by the dreaded urchins popularly called Sara-Suka in the state especially in Bauchi metropolis.
The Governor therefore declared that his administration remains committed to tackling offenders who jeopardise the harmony and welfare of the state and its citizens.
He added that the present administration will not bow down to any delinquents or swindlers declaring that security agencies will go after them and track them down.
Bala Muhammad was speaking when he presided over the State Executive Council (SEC) meeting held on Thursday at the EXCO Chambers of the Governor’s Office. , with a call on members to ensure good governance is deepened.
While reitrating that his administration will continue to collaborate with security agencies operating in the state to enhance the security architecture of the state, the Governor called on the culprits to “capitulate before it is too late for you, as you will soon be vanquished.”
The tough stance on crime is therefore sendibg a strong warning to criminals operating in Bauchi State to “shape up or ship out.”
The Governor also pledged to tackle criminals, collaborate with security agencies and promote good governance calling for decisive action against lawbreakers by all well meaning citizens.
Recall that the recent security breaches in the state had created an atmosphere of fear and uncertainty as people suddenly became apprehensive while the urchins had a field day killing and maiming each other.
The Governor urged the Sara – Suka boys to surrender willingly offering support for those who wish to be reformed
The Governor then called on members of the State Executive Council (SEC) to deepen good governance and accountability acknowledging the importance of transparency and responsible leadership in the fight against crimes and illicit Activities.
By working together with security agencies, community leaders, and citizens expressed confidence that his administration will create a safe and secured environment for all.
According to him, “With collective effort and determination, Bauchi State can become a model for effective crime prevention and community policing in Nigeria
Meanwhile the state government had approves has approved the construction and rehabilitation of seventeen new rural and urban roads across the state in an effort to enhance the quality of lives of the citizens.
Similarly it has directed that henceforth all lands allocations within and outside the state capital shall be approved by the State Executive Governor inline with Bauchi State Land Use Act 2022 as amended.
These were part of the resolutions made during the State Executive Council meeting presided over by Governor Bala Mohammed.
Briefing Journalists shortly after the meeting, the commissioner of works and transport Alh. Ibrahim Gambo Galadima said the roads construction project mostly in the state capital are in addition to the ongoing ones under Governor Bala Abfulkadir Muhammad’s rural and urban renewal initiative.
On her part, the commissioner Ministry of Lands and Survey Hajiya Amina Katagum said the council has ratified and approved for Streets naming and house numbering in all parts of the state to enable the state aligned with the global base practice.
According to Amina Katagum the move was also aimed at facilitating provision of basic amenities to households and enhance security of lives and properties.
Other memos approved during the council’s meeting include reversing the operations of Yankari transport corporation from the Ministry of Commerce and Industry to Ministry of Works and Transport, moving the Federal Medical Center Azare to Misau Local Government Area as well as introduction of the state emergency services and ambulance system to take effective care of accident victims.