Senate Moves to Boost Security in Borgu Local Government Area After Bandits Kill 56 in Deadly Attack

By Inalegwu Osemi

The Senate has called for the immediate deployment of additional security personnel to Niger State following a brutal bandit attack that claimed the lives of over 56 residents in Borgu Local Government Area.

The motion was moved during plenary by Senator Mohammed Musa Sani, who expressed deep concern over the worsening security situation in parts of the state.

Senator Sani informed lawmakers that the bandits carried out coordinated assaults on vulnerable communities in Borgu, killing dozens of innocent people and leaving many others injured and displaced.

He noted that the persistent attacks have created fear among residents, disrupted economic activities, and forced many families to flee their homes.

He urged the Federal Government and relevant security agencies to urgently deploy more troops, police personnel, and other security operatives to the affected areas to prevent further loss of lives and restore confidence among the people.

The Senate, in its resolution, called on security agencies to intensify surveillance, strengthen intelligence gathering, and take decisive action to dismantle criminal networks operating within the region. Lawmakers also emphasized the need for sustained security presence to ensure lasting peace.

The development highlights growing concerns over insecurity in several parts of the country, with lawmakers reiterating their commitment to protecting lives and property across Nigeria.