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Shettima Speaks On Why He Does Not Criticise Buhari On Borno Insurgency

Farouk Mohammed
By Farouk Mohammed
Published: January 2, 2019
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Kashim Shettima, the Governor of Borno State has said he has not criticised President Muhammadu Buhari yet over the insecurity challenges in the state because he has “unfettered access” to him and also he listens to him anytime.

The governor revealed this when he convened an “extraordinary security meeting” to address the recent attacks on the military and deteriorating security in the state.

okay reports that the security meeting was held at the government house, Maiduguri.

Shettima said said he is saddened by the recent attacks, he would rather assume a “position of strength” so as to inspire the military and citizens.

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In his words:

“Some persons have asked why I have not criticised the Buhari government or the Nigerian military over situations in Borno. My response to them is that unlike in previous years when I was treated as an enemy of the Presidency, I have from 2015 to date, gained unfettered access to the President,” Shettima said.

“I see the Commander-In-Chief at the shortest request and I tell him my concerns, he listens to me with keen interest and in most cases, he takes measures. I have not had reason to be frustrated with the Presidency, unlike previous years.

“President Muhammadu Buhari is without the slightest doubt, devoted to the fight against Boko Haram. I believe that service chiefs, the IGP, the DG of DSS and heads of all para-military agencies share the commitment of Mr President.

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“Let me say that even under the previous administration, I regularly supported and defended the military.

“I prefer to inspire our military and citizens. I prefer to make security matters as discrete as possible. There were times I managed to see the former president but our meetings were always under rush. There were times I resorted to writing him for the record. I remember one specific instance I wrote a strong letter in 2013, over serious concerns raised by the Nigerian Air Force command in Borno State, and I have to admit that President Jonathan took immediate measures on that.

“Sometimes, I unconsciously find myself boasting that Borno is safer than Lagos. I simply feel very bad to sound pessimistic about Borno. I so much believe in optimism.

“My greatest wish was and still is, not to bequeath Boko Haram challenges and IDP Camps to my successor. We wanted to, and still want to get Borno fully back to normal days.

“As a state government, we have done and will continue to do everything humanly possible in support of the fight against Boko Haram.” Shettima said.

The meeting was graced by many sectors including security agencies, media, legal practitioners and traditional rulers.

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