FG says Abuja is safe …

American consultancy: FG says Abuja is safe

The federal government has assured that Abuja is safe both for citizens and visitors, and security agencies are working 24 hours a day to ensure the protection of all residents.
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, issued insurance in a declaration that signed personally and made available to journalists on Monday in Abuja.
Idris was reacting to the last security notice issued by the United States Embassy, ​​limiting staff members and their families from unofficial travels in military sites or other government structures in the territory of the federal capital (FCT), Abuja.
“While the Federal Government recognizes and respects the right to foreign missions, including the Embassy of the United States, to issue travel advice to their citizens, it is important to categorically affirm that Abuja remains safe for citizens, residents and visitors.
“Nigeria’s security agencies are working all day to ensure the continuous safety and protection of all FCT residents and across the country.
“The current security architecture in Abuja was not only proactive, but also recorded significant successes in detecting, preventing and neutralizing threats,” he said
Idris observed that US consultancy, which was based on general global developments did not reflect any imminent or specific threat within the Federal capital territory.
He reiterated all the diplomatic missions, investors, development partners and the general public that “there is no alarm cause”.
“The Federal Government wishes to reaffirm its commitment to the safety of all residents and to maintain Abuja’s reputation as one of the safest capital in the world.
“Our security and intelligence agencies are monitoring developments across the country and are fully prepared to respond definitely for any threat.
“We encourage citizens to conduct their legitimate activities without fear, while remaining vigilant and reporting any suspected activity to the interested authorities,” he said.

(Nan)