Don’t Allow External Forces Undermine Nigeria’s Security – Sanwo-Olu

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has begged Nigerians to not allow external forces to threaten or undermine their wellbeing and security in the country.

He recently revealed that there is a need to reignite the communication link between the government and the people.

According to him, Nigeria should not engage in war and civil strife for issues that can be resolved peacefully without unnecessary loss of lives and destruction of property.

He added that the incidents leading up to 20th October, 2020 protests nationwide and the aftermath have created a lot of tension in the land, but it is our duty and responsibility as citizens to rise above the present challenges and look for lasting solutions.

His words, “The incidents leading up to 20th October, 2020 protests nationwide and the aftermath have created a lot of tension in the land.

“We should not allow fifth columnists or conspiracy theorists capitalise on the after effect of the protests with collateral damage of police stations burnt and vandalised with arms and ammunition looted.

“That incident through which extensive damage was wreaked on public infrastructure and private businesses is a wakeup call to all well meaning individuals and organisations that we cannot afford to allow external forces or factors threaten or undermine our wellbeing and security as a people.

“We have the opportunity today to share knowledge and ideas that could pre-empt crises situations through conflict resolution mechanism.

“It is our duty and responsibility as leaders to rise above the present challenges and provide the needed leadership that will restore and ensure the continued confidence and trust in the governance system and the beneficial effect on the lives of all categories of citizens in Nigeria.”