The Kastina state Governor, Masari, on Sunday said the current security problem in the state had improved compared to what was experience in previous years.
According to punch He thanked God for intervening in the security challenges,and banditry have reduced in the state.
The governor said these in Katsina while speaking during the 2021 Thanksgiving Day in the state.
Masari described the day as important for the people of the state in view of the growth and progress being witnessed in the state.
He also 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.
The governor added that 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.