The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajuddeen has decried the security situation of the country despite the gains made in recent time in addressing the situation.
The Speaker disclosed this during his welcome speech at the resumption of plenary on Wednesday.
NewsNGR has reported the activities of the armed forces in the past weeks, featuring the deaths of terrorists like Kachalla Sani Black and Halilu Sububu, and bandit kingpins including Kachalla Tukur Sharme with hundreds of their fighters.
However, Abbas said that since the House’s last session, Nigeria has witnessed major political, economic, and security developments.
Abbas said, “Security challenges remain a significant concern, particularly in the North.
“However, substantial progress has been made in combating insurgency, with military operations successfully neutralising over 150 terrorists and major bandit kingpins, according to recent reports from the Nigerian Armed Forces.
“We cannot ignore the devastating security incidents that have afflicted various communities in recent months.
“From the Boko Haram attacks in Gamborou-Ngala, Borno State, to the tragic massacre of innocent people in Ndun village, Tangur District in Plateau State, and the heart-wrenching killings in Maigora, Katsina State.
“Others include the violence in One-Man Village, Nasarawa State, the attacks in Sabon Tasha, Kaduna State, Guma in Benue State, the brutal killing of the District Head of Gobir by kidnappers, the abduction of healthcare workers and patients in Birnin Gwari, Kaduna State, and the multiple raids in Anka and Shinkafi in Zamfara.
“Our heart goes out to the families of the victims and to the communities who have endured these unspeakable losses.
“Let us observe a minute of silence in honour of the memory of those who have lost their lives and to renew our commitment to preventing such tragedies in the future.”
He further appreciated the efforts of security agencies to ensure peace across the country.