The 19 northern states Governor and some prominent traditional rulers from the region has convened at Sir Kashim Ibrahim House, Kaduna to brainstorm and chart a way forward for the insecurity bedevilling the region.
Welcoming the leaders of the north to the venue, Chairman Northern States Governors’ forum, Rt. Honourable Simon Bako Lalong said the emergency meeting is essential to get an update on the progress make so far in addressing Insecurity which is a major concern in the region.
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He therefore said they will take stock of how far they have gone in tackling Banditary, kidnapping and insurgency.
He further disclosed that the meeting will also look some new national issues that have emerged over the recent months and come out with a position of the region as well as adopting the best possible approach to ensure that the interest of the region is protected.
“Key among them is the issue of Value Added Tax collection and the surrounding controversy.
“As usual, I look forward to robust contributions from all members that will lead us to arrive at very meaningful conclusions that will impact positively on the fortunes of our people”, he said.
