Mr Etuku said that that the area haf been properly condoned off by security operatives and some leaders of the Crusher community.
The federal government has condoled with Niger over the petrol tanker explosion that occurred in Essa, Katcha LGA.
“I will not negotiate or pay ransom to bandits. The moment we start paying, they will open shop on our heads and keep kidnapping people,” the Niger governor said.
NUPRC has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting ethical governance as the foundation for sustainable growth in the hydrocarbon industry.
The Nigerien security authorities are said to be conducting a nationwide search.
Ms Sa’adu said the tragedy occurred when some residents attempted to scoop fuel from the fallen tanker, which later exploded.
According to him, Mr Tinubu’s administration will continue to give priority to the protection of the lives and property of all Nigerians.
Mr Mamedu noted that insecurity continued to disrupt farming in states like Benue, Kaduna, Kwara, Taraba, Cross River, and Niger, limiting the production of key staples.
Past dialogue and peace deals reached with bandits by state governors have failed to yield any significant results.
According to Ms Bako, the relationship between mental health and malnutrition is deeply interconnected.
