Despite perceived lopsidedness in his appointments, President
Muhammadu Buhari has promised that under his watch, no section of the
country would either be discriminated against or marginalised.
Buhari made the promise at the palace of the Emir of Daura, Katsina
State, Dr. Farouk Umar Farouk, where he was hosted to the breaking of
the Ramadan fast, Iftar.
The President spoke at a time when he is under fire by Southern
groups over what they described as “lopsided” appointments of heads of
the various security agencies in the country.
They said the pattern of the appointments by the President did not
reflect federal character and the diversity nature of the country.
it was reported that 14 of the nation’s 17 security agencies are currently being headed by Northerners, majority of whom were appointed by Buhari, with only three security agencies headed by Southerners.
But Buhari who addressed his kinsmen in Hausa language after the Iftar said issues and situations would be considered objectively.
He said no action would be taken for or against any section of the country on the basis of prejudice.
“Under my watch, no section of the country would either be discriminated against or marginalised,” the President told his kinsmen who trooped out to welcome him.
it was reported that 14 of the nation’s 17 security agencies are currently being headed by Northerners, majority of whom were appointed by Buhari, with only three security agencies headed by Southerners.
But Buhari who addressed his kinsmen in Hausa language after the Iftar said issues and situations would be considered objectively.
He said no action would be taken for or against any section of the country on the basis of prejudice.
“Under my watch, no section of the country would either be discriminated against or marginalised,” the President told his kinsmen who trooped out to welcome him.
He assured Nigerians that he would do whatever it takes to remain
honest, fair and just in steering the ship of country towards
prosperity.
He therefore called for support and understanding of Nigerians as
he strives to rebuild the country fairly, honestly and responsibly.
Katsina State Governor, Aminu Masari; and the Emir took turn to
assure Nigerians that Buhari’s honesty and integrity, Nigeria is not
only in safe hands but destined for prosperity.
They described the fight against corruption and the renewed focus
on agriculture and solid minerals development as critical to the
survival and development of the country.
Buhari who left Abuja for his home town, Daura, on Friday for a private visit is due back in Abuja on Monday.
SOURCE: PUNCH NEWS
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