A socio-political group, Fix Nigeria, has tasked the Federal Government to improve the security situation of the country.
The group also demanded improvement in the economic policies of President Bola Tinubu, stressing that the current policies implemented by the federal and state governments had plunged the nation into economic woes.
The group’s National President, Tunde Eso, made the appeal during an executive meeting held on Wednesday in Abuja, the nation’s capital.
Eso noted that the recent economic policies of the government have led to an increase in social vices, a rise in the cost of living and a degrading standard of living of the citizens.
He added, “Severally, I have urged the Federal Government on the need to implement an effective national policy, implementation of a youth agenda in collaboration with the states by providing empowerment programmes that will get the youths engaged, get them off the streets, and make them productive and responsible citizens for a better Nigeria.”
Also speaking at the meeting, the National Treasurer of the group, Anuhu Boyi, called for improved intelligence gathering that would enhance the capability of security agencies to tackle security threats.
Boyi added, “The government should invest in current technology applications for surveillance and monitoring, including drones and CCTV systems, to enhance border security and urban safety and also collaborate with neighbouring countries and international partners to address transnational security challenges, such as terrorism and smuggling.”
The group’s National Director of Information and Communication, Charles Okwuokenye, asked the government to initiate policies to industrialise the country and provide basic amenities for the citizens.
He stressed the need for the provision of power to enhance industrialisation.
“Security is also key in industrialisation pursuits. The government should therefore improve the security of life and properties, as no investor will invest in an unsecured environment. The level of insecurity in the country today does not encourage investment.
“On the issue of multiple taxation from the three tiers of government, the government should put a stop to such unwholesome practices saying the government should consolidate all revenues accruing from companies.
“On alleviating the challenges of insecurity, the government should consider community policing by sending an executive bill to the National Assembly to make laws that will regulate community policing, provide an environment for effective performance, and prosecute anyone found operating outside the confines of the law establishing the force,” Okwuokenye concluded.