The Jigawa State Government has approved the recruitment of 9,970 security guards to safeguard public facilities across the state.
The state’s Commissioner for Information, Youth, Sports, and Culture, Sagir Ahmed, announced this in a statement on Tuesday, following the State Executive Council meeting where the approval was granted.
Ahmed explained that the decision was based on recommendations from the Committee on the Safety of Schools, Health Institutions, and Courts.
“The council approved the committee’s report, which recommends adopting preventive security measures to ensure maximum protection for all primary and secondary schools, high courts, magistrate and Shari’a courts, primary health centers, and general hospitals across the state,” he stated.
The initiative aims to enhance security while creating employment opportunities by engaging indigenous private security firms to recruit youths from their respective communities.
“This will not only provide jobs but also instill a sense of responsibility among locals in securing their own communities,” Ahmed added.
The commissioner expressed optimism that the move would help curb crime and improve safety around public institutions.
Additionally, the state government has approved a waiver of N112.01 million for 335 victims of the 2024 floods who were enrolled in the Jigawa State Rice Millionaire Project.
Ahmed noted that the waiver covers expenses for seeds, fertilizers, agrochemicals, and labor, aimed at supporting affected farmers in their recovery.
“This decision underscores the government’s commitment to easing the burden on flood victims and ensuring their quick recovery,” he stated.
( Punch)
