From Abdullahi Idris,Bauchi
Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State said the expertise of the Department of State Services, DSS, in intelligence gathering is indispensable, especially as threats to security can emerge from any corner and at any time.
Speaking as the special guest of honour at the opening ceremony of the North-East Zonal Conference of State Directors of Security hosted by the Bauchi Command of the DSS, the governor acknowledged the critical role that the service is playing in maintaining peace and stability in the country.
Represented by his Deputy, Mohammed Jatau, Governor Mohammed said considering the numerous security challenges currently facing the country, there is the need for government at all levels to leverage on the capabilities of the DSS and other security agencies in order to overcome the obstacles.
He, however, emphasised the importance of addressing the root causes of insecurity which include poverty, unemployment and social discontent, and advocated for a robust network of intelligence sharing to address the security challenges through implementation of initiatives that promote economic growth and social cohesion.
Mohammed then assured that as the chief security officer of the atate, his administration would continue to work hand in hand with the DSS and other security agencies to maintain law and order in the state through providing the agencies with a conducive working environment and logistics support for effective and efficient operation.
In his welcome address, the Bauchi State Director of the service, Nafiu Bello said the zonal conference was a forum to rub minds and exchange views and ideas with a view to come up with strategies to identify and check threats to national security.
Bello extended the service’s appreciation to Governor Mohammed for his administration’s partnership with the service and promised to live up to expectations.
