Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has revealed his administration’s decision to establish a security outfit, similar to the Amotekun model in the southwestern part of Nigeria, aimed at addressing the prevailing insecurity in the state.

During his second-term inauguration speech, he announced the formation of the Bauchi State Vigilante and Youth Empowerment Agency, which would build upon the existing local government security infrastructure.

The governor outlined that the program’s first phase would recruit approximately 20,000 youths.

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He emphasized the effectiveness of vigilante groups in curbing infiltrators and pledged to maintain the state’s security achievements at all costs.

Governor Mohammed called upon traditional rulers to fulfill their role as the “first line of defense” against marauders and illegal activities.

The governor expressed his commitment to enhancing security by collaborating with neighboring states and exploring partnerships with the Chinese for the implementation of advanced surveillance technology.