Shettima Acknowledges Tinubu’s N50 Billion Boost To ‘Pulaaku Initiative  In Tackling Northern Insecurity

Shettima Acknowledges Tinubu’s N50 Billion Boost To ‘Pulaaku Initiative  In Tackling Northern Insecurity

Vice President Kashim Shettima has disclosed that President Bola Tinubu has given his endorsement to the “Pulaaku Initiative,” a non-violent strategy designed to combat insurgency and banditry in the North…….CONTINUE READING

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Shettima went on to reveal that Tinubu has earmarked an initial sum of N50 billion to support the initiative. Emphasizing the government’s unwavering commitment to addressing nationwide insecurity, Shettima made these statements during his opening address at a two-day Roundtable on Insecurity in Northern Nigeria.

Organized by the Coalition of Northern Groups, the event focused on the theme “Multi-Dimensional Approach to Tackling Insecurity in Northern Nigeria.” Represented by his Chief of Staff, Ibrahim Hadeija, the former Borno Governor stated that the approved initiative would kick off in five Northern states: Sokoto, Kebbi, Katsina, Benue, Zamfara, Niger, and Kaduna. He underscored the initiative’s goal to “catalyze” the development of the Northern region.

Shettima emphasized the equal treatment of all regions by the government, stating, “Every part of the country is equal to the rest, and the government treats the needs of each region as critical. For the North, we are also embarking on a transformative journey to address the root causes of the challenges.”

Describing the Pulaaku Initiative as a non-kinetic solution, Shettima highlighted that it has received presidential approval, with an initial allocation of N50 billion. The initiative aims to improve living conditions and livelihoods in selected states, starting with Sokoto, Kebbi, Katsina, Benue, Zamfara, Niger, and Kaduna. The construction of residences, roads, schools, and other essential facilities is set to commence, promising to catalyze progress in the region.

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