Unity will end insecurity, The Muslim Congress tells security agencies

The Muslim Congress (TMC) has called on security agencies to work in unity and coordinated approach to end the persistent insecurity challenges facing the country.

Malam Abdul-Majeed Adebayo, Ondo State Amir of the TMC, made the call during the 9th reportorial congress of the 5th executive cabinet held on Sunday in Akure.

Adebayo, who said fragmented operations and poor information sharing among security outfits had emboldened criminals and worsened attacks across the country, explained that banditry, kidnapping and terrorism thrived where agencies failed to collaborate.

He, however, appealed to the government for continuous and adequate funding, modern equipment, and welfare packages for security personnel to boost morale.

“Your unison will end insecurity. When security agencies speak with one voice and act with one strategy, criminal elements will have no hiding place.

“We wish to specially commend the men of the Ondo State Security Network Agency, Amotekun Corps, led by Commander Adetunji Adeleye for the good job.

“Adeleye and his men are doing great in curbing insecurity and criminality, and ensuring safety of lives and properties in Ondo State.

“We urge Amotekun not to relent and pray God Almighty continues to guide the leadership, and to strengthen and protect these gallant men.

“We urge various security agencies in Ondo State to leverage on their achievements in the recent time and continue working together in unison for the good of our people and dear sunshine state,” he said.

Adebayo, therefore, called on Gov. Lucky Aiyedatiwa for continued support in the security architecture of the state, with all the necessary state-of-the- art equipment, infrastructure and continuous manpower development.

“Boosting these men’s morale through prompt salary payment, robust welfare packages will help them to fight crimes in the state.

“Religious and community leaders should support security efforts by preaching peace and discouraging narratives that divide Nigerians along ethnic and religious lines.

“Insecurity does not recognise religion or tribe. Until we unite as a people and as security institutions, we will keep counting casualties,” he said.

Adebayo, however, called on TMC members in the state to work together as one indivisible family for the congress to achieve an enviable level in terms of leadership drive, visibility, impacts and membership surge.

“We also need to work together for strategic networking, personal ingenuity, wealth creation, progress and development, and leveraging well on our individual and collective goodwill,” he said.

In his lecture, Dr Daud Awoniran of Federal University of Technology, Akure, who spoke on the theme ‘Strengthening Leadership for Greater Impact in the Digital Age’, admonished those in position to serve with sincerity.

“As Muslim leaders and otherwise, we are expected to serve people with justice, sincerity, and a constant awareness that ultimate accountability lies before Allah.

“Meanwhile, today’s leaders must not only understand technology but also possess the moral wisdom to guide its use for the benefit of humanity.

“We need to remember that impactful leadership is measured not by popularity but by transformational outcomes that strengthen individuals, institutions, and society,” he said.