“One can say that an average Nigerian is put under pressure. More Nigerians are more distressed now than before,” said Mr Obindo.
“The northern elders are derailing from their counseling and advisory role to the government on national issues as it affects the region,” said the Arewa group.
The retreat also harped on the capacity of Ndigbo for self-sufficiency in food production.
“In many parts of the world today, we are faced with numerous social, political, economic and conflict related challenges.’’
The former minister, who said only prayers could curb insecurity, urged the service chiefs’ wives to pray for their husbands, Tinubu and the first lady.
Mr Zulum also called for measures to address economic disparity among citizens in tackling insecurity.
“The increasingly frequent kidnappings in Nigeria are extremely concerning.
The council condemned the escalating insecurity in the country.
The commissioner said those recruited would serve under the Nigerian Hunters and Forest Security Service (NHFSS) in Ebonyi.
Mr Peter said local intelligence was critical to solving crimes and criminality in the country.
