The attention of the Kebbi State Government has been drawn to a recent media report claiming that the State Government has hired a Chinese security firm, G-Safety, to combat banditry and related crimes in the state.
The Governor received the team on Wednesday at the Government House, Birnin Kebbi, where discussions centered on strategic partnership and intelligence support to enhance the state’s security architecture.
Governor Idris described the visit as timely and crucial, saying that the consortium’s expertise would help in improving the capacity of security agencies operating in Kebbi State.
“We invited them to advise and work with us so that our security agencies can understand, respond effectively, and live up to expectations in addressing challenges in some local government areas.
‘ We want to hear what they have to offer, agree on workable terms, and if convinced, see how we can collaborate to achieve lasting peace,” the Governor stated.
Speaking to journalists after the meeting, Ahmed Saleh Junior, Security Consultant for G-Safety, says, the company is a global firm headquartered in Beijing, China, with over 36 branches worldwide, providing comprehensive security solutions to governments and institutions.
He emphasized that Kebbi State, like other parts of Northwestern Nigeria, has been affected by the criminal activities of terrorism of Lakurawa group, adding that G-Safety’s intervention would complement ongoing federal efforts to secure the region.
“The Federal Government has deployed significant military, paramilitary, and intelligence assets across the country to address the menace of the Lakurawa group. Our role is to support these efforts by providing advanced intelligence and technological support, enabling people to sleep with their two eyes closed,” he said.
The consultant further highlighted that G-Safety would assist Kebbi State in generating credible and actionable intelligence, which is vital for successful security operations.
“We are offering the Kebbi State Government a first-class, state-of-the-art digital intelligence collection and collation system to strengthen coordination with existing federal security structures.
‘ Our goal is to help counter and stamp out the tide of insecurity in the state,” Ahmed Saleh affirmed.
