Governor Aminu Masari of Katsina State says the rate of banditry has drastically reduced in the state when compared to what was obtainable in previous years.
The governor stated this on Sunday in Katsina during the 2021 Thanksgiving Day in the state.
Masari described the day as significant for the people of the state in view of the growth and progress being witnessed in the state.
He said, “As from 1934 when Katsina was carved out of the old Zaria province to date, if you bring back alive somebody who died in 1934 and bring him back to Katsina and tell him this is Katsina, he will say no; likewise Daura. So, a lot has happened within the period and we need to thank Allah for this.
“And within the period, in all spares of life, we have produced if not the best but among the best in this country, which we should also thank God for.
“And in line with our religion, Allah says if we thank Him, He will add more and if you don’t, his punishment is severe. Thank God for making Katsina among the leading states in the country.
“God has been kind to Katsina State particularly in the area of security challenges, as the rate of bandit attacks has drastically reduced based on the reports reaching the state government.”
The Emir of Daura, Alhaji Umar Faruq, in his address at the programme, lauded Masari for organising the prayer session, maintaining that such a step would unite the people of the state.
