Forms of insecurity like banditry, terrorism and kidnapping currently bedevilling the country will only be reduced when prosperity is spread to the nation’s rural areas, especially, border communities. I feel that the first and most important thing is to spread prosperity to nation’s border communities. “With the people enjoying prosperity, they would resist this type of aggression, no matter where they’re coming from. ALSO READ: Insecurity: 16 kidnap victims rescued as govt closes markets, motor parks in Kogi“So, Niger state should protect their territory, so also Kwara state should protect their territory by spreading prosperity. Ashiru said government support for religious organisations should go beyond physical assistance to include intellectual guidance and policy direction to ensure that religious teachings promote peace and development.

Source: Nigerian Tribune February 08, 2026 19:55 UTC