Bauchi Trains 2,000 Vigilante Forestry Security Operatives

Bauchi State Government has trained more than two thousand newly trained operatives of the Vigilante and Forestry Security Service Agency to strengthen security across forests and communities in the state.

Speaking at during the passing out parade of the recruits, Governor Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed said the establishment and expansion of the agency formed part of efforts to tackle security challenges, including banditry, illegal mining, and other criminal activities threatening public safety and the environment.

Governor Bala Mohammed, who was represented by his Deputy, Mohammed Auwal Jatau, emphasized the importance of collaboration between the new operatives and conventional security agencies, stressing that joint efforts would enhance peace, security, and stability throughout the state.

He urged the personnel to conduct themselves with integrity and professionalism, warning that any act capable of eroding public confidence would not be tolerated.

According to him, discipline and commitment must remain the guiding principles of their service.

The Commissioner for Internal Security and Chief Security Adviser to the Governor, retired DIG Sani Mohammed, earlier, explained that the recruitment exercise was aimed at deepening community participation in security management and improving the safety of residents.

In a remark, the State Commissioner of Police, Sani Omolori Aliyu, represented by the Deputy Commissioner of Police Musa M. Bulus, lauded the state government for its continued investment in security, noting that the newly recruited operatives would help boost surveillance and crime prevention at the grassroots level.

He further advised the officers to respect the rights of citizens, carry out their responsibilities within the confines of the law, and maintain close cooperation with the police and other security agencies in safeguarding lives and property.