The Centre for Africa Liberation and Socio-Economic Rights CALSER has reacted to the incessant Boko Haram insurgents’ attacks in Borno State, asking the Federal Government to declare a state of emergency on the State.
In a press release issued by the group convener, Princess Bosede Ajibola, yesterday, CALSER condemned the attacks Borno state residents have witnessed since 2015, which had not only displaced them but claimed lives of their dear ones and kept them in a constant state of panic.
A scene from a recent attack on Auno, a community in Borno State
Speaking on the importance of the declaration of emergency in security in the state, Ajibola noted that it is necessary for the restoration of lasting peace and tranquillity in the State as relevant authorities will be able to get to the root cause of the insurgents’ activities.
“The urgency of now requires that urgent and proactive measures are put in place or enacted by those vested with such responsibilities in the overall interest of the country. We condemn in its entirety the renewed spate of insurgents attacks in Borno state, with the latest which recently happened in Auno community where some unscrupulous elements elected to set vehicles, building and human beings on fire for no justifiable reason. This act is not only an affront to our collective sensibilities as a people; it indeed speaks volumes of some conspiracy theory that does not want the war against Boko Haram terrorists to come to an end. We are particularly alarmed as to why in the whole of North-East Nigeria, Borno state is the only state that is witnessing renewed insurgent attacks despite the concentration of troops in almost all the communities in the state. There is indeed more than meets the eyes, and it is consequently our considered opinion that questions must be asked and answers must be provided. In the light of the above-mentioned, we wish to call for a State of Emergency in Borno State. Read also: Boko Haram: Borno Residents Boo Buhari During Visit
The Theatre Commander of Operation Lafiya Dole is appointed to oversee the security affairs of the state until normalcy returns. This, we believe, is necessary for the quest for the restoration of lasting peace and tranquility in Borno State. If indeed the federal government is desirous of finding lasting peace in the North-East region, the example must be set from Borno State by declaring a state of emergency. This, we believe, would be in the best interest of the people of the state”, part of the statement reads.
bornoSome of the Chibok girls kidnapped in 2015 have not been returned yet.
This act is not only an affront to our collective sensibilities as a people; it indeed speaks volumes of some conspiracy theory that does not want the war against Boko Haram terrorists to come to an end. We are particularly alarmed as to why in the whole of North-East Nigeria, Borno state is the only state that is witnessing renewed insurgent attacks despite the concentration of troops in almost all the communities in the state. There is indeed more than meets the eyes, and it is consequently our considered opinion that questions must be asked and answers must be provided.
