Minister of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), Barr Nyesom Wike has canvassed for support of traditional rulers to stem the tide of insecurity in the territory.
He made the call Wednesday during his maiden meeting with the FCT Council of Chiefs, with chairmen of the six area councils in attendance.
Wike, who acknowledged that traditional institutions have significance role to play in supporting government, said with synergy the administration would meet up with its outlined plans to win the fight against criminals in the nation’s capital.
The minister also said, despite the insecurity being experienced mostly in Bwari, Kuje and Kwali area councils, the FCT Administration would not sleep until the menace is addressed head on.
According to him, any threat to the Federal Capital would also affect the country at large.
He told the monarchs that President Bola Tinubu has shown keen interest in ending insecurity in the territory, which is why he has been giving series of approvals to ensure that security agencies are fully equipped.
He therefore called on the area councils chairmen to work in synergy with the traditional rulers in profiling members of the vigilance groups.
Responding on behalf of monarchs, the Chairman FCT Council of Chiefs and Ona of Abaji, Yunusa Adamu, pledged the councils’ support to the minister.
Adamu encouraged Wike to continue with his good work in the Federal Capital Territory, saying: “We are happy with you, and we will continue to support the good work you are doing in the FCT.”
