By Mahmoud
The Senate also mandated its security-related committee to investigate the alleged recent security lapses, including the withdrawal of troops from a vulnerable area in Kebbi State before a school abduction and the killing of a high-ranking officer.
The Senate also directed the launch of “intelligence-driven operations,” including aerial surveillance, cross-state collaboration, and community-based intelligence systems.
The red chamber urged the establishment of a new Joint Task Force (JTF), specifically for the Kwara–Kogi corridor, with forward operating bases in areas identified as vulnerable.
The Senate resolved that its leadership would brief President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on the resolutions and proposed action plan.
It also assured its commitment to follow up within one week, with reconstituted committees and security agencies required to report on actions taken so far.
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