Sokoto Govt vows crackdown on bandits, kidnappers as labour commends civil service reforms

Anene Anike, Sokoto

Sokoto State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to tackling insecurity across the state, promising stronger collaboration with the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and security agencies to combat banditry, kidnapping and terrorism.

Governor of Sokoto State, Ahmed Aliyu Sokoto, pledged during activities marking the 2026 Workers’ Day celebration in the state.

Represented by his deputy, Idris Mohammed Gobir, the governor assured residents that his administration would continue to strengthen the state’s security architecture to ensure peace and stability across Sokoto.

According to him, the state government would work closely with organised labour, security operatives and community stakeholders to decisively confront all forms of criminal activities threatening the safety of residents.

He stated that the administration remained determined to bring banditry, kidnapping and terrorism to a standstill, stressing that ongoing security efforts were already yielding positive results in several parts of the state.

The governor noted that security conditions in Sokoto had started improving, adding that the government would not relent until citizens could move freely without fear or intimidation.

Ahmed Aliyu further assured Nigerians of his administration’s loyalty and commitment to good governance under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), while emphasizing the need for collective action against terrorism and other security challenges facing the country.

Speaking during the event, leaders of the Nigeria Labour Congress in Sokoto cautioned against introducing partisan politics into the civil service, insisting that professionalism and neutrality must remain the guiding principles of public service.

The labour leaders, however, commended the Ahmed Aliyu administration for what they described as people-oriented reforms and humanitarian policies aimed at improving the welfare of workers and strengthening public confidence in government institutions.

They particularly praised the state government for the consistent payment of workers’ salaries on or before the 18th day of every month, noting that the policy had brought financial stability and renewed confidence among civil servants in the state.

The NLC leadership added that the administration’s commitment to workers’ welfare had contributed significantly to industrial harmony and improved productivity within the Sokoto State civil service.

They urged the government to sustain the reforms while continuing to prioritise security, economic growth and the welfare of citizens across the state.