The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Zamfara State chapter, has lauded the efforts of the Nigerian Army in their proactive measures of tackling insecurity in the state, North West, and the country at large.
This was disclosed by the Zamfara State chairperson of NAWOJ, Comrade Jamila Musa Kanoma, during a courtesy visit to the commander of 1 Brigade, Nigerian Army Gusau, Brigadier General Timothy Opurum, on Monday in Gusau, the state capital.
The Zamfara chairperson of NAWOJ, Jamila Musa Kanoma, said they were at 1 Brigade to seek his support and cooperation with the aim of promoting and protecting the interests of women and children in the state through sensitisation and education.
NAWOJ urged the military not to relent in their efforts to eradicate banditry and other forms of criminality in the state.
She highlighted some achievements of Brigadier General Timothy Opurum, including his pivotal role in restoring peace in Southern Kaduna and his successful efforts in the rescue of some Chibok girls while he was in Kaduna and Borno states.
“As commander 1 Brigade Gusau, Zamfara State, we are aware of your unrelenting efforts to ensure the restoration of peace in Zamfara and beyond.”
According to her, banditry mostly affects women and children, and she said NAWOJ is ever ready to provide necessary assistance to those affected by the menace, with support from authorities and relevant wealthy individuals in the state.
“We want to see that women and children become good ambassadors to our society through moral upbringing from the parents, guardians, and concerned authorities.” She prayed.
“Fighting insecurity is a challenge that needs collaborative efforts from everyone; it’s a challenge that all hands should be on deck to rescue our people, which mostly affects our women and children.” She said.
In his remarks, the commander of 1 Brigade Gusau, Brigadier General Timothy Opurum, commended journalists in the state for their support in the fight against insecurity in the state.
Brigadier General Timothy Opurum assured of giving maximum support and cooperation to journalists where necessary.
“Insecurity is a challenge in Zamfara which the military would not relent in their efforts to eradicate all forms of criminality.” He assured.
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