Aminu Masari, governor of Katsina, says his government will
support residents who are willing to procure weapons to defend themselves
against attacks.
Katsina has recorded a surge in the activities of bandits
which has led to kidnappings and killings of residents.
Speaking at a media parley in Katsina on Tuesday, Masari
said it is unfortunate how criminals get guns but “good people do not have the
means to protect themselves”.
The governor said the number of security operatives in the
state is insufficient to protect the lives and properties of residents.
“This security is for everyone and there is no political
difference. What people should know is that in Katsina, you do not have 3,000
police [officers]. So, we call on anyone who can take up arms to defend
themselves, himself and his family,” BBC Hausa quoted Masari as saying.
“Islamic law also allows a person to protect himself, his
property and his family. If you die trying to protect yourself, you will be
martyred.
“It is also unfortunate how robbers can get guns but good
people do not have the means to protect themselves and their families.
“We will help those
who want to import weapons because the people of Katsina need to support the
security forces.”
This is not the first time the governor has asked residents
to defend themselves against attacks by armed bandits.
In August, the governor asked residents of the state to
“rise above meekness” and defend themselves against bandits.
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