By Ehi Ekhator, Naija Center News
The members of the Northern States Governors’ Forum, NSGF has commended President Jonathan on his decision to grant amnesty to members of the Boko Haram sects.
The Executive Governor of Niger State, who is also the Chairman of the Forum, Dr. Mu’azu Babangida Aliyu called on Boko Haram to embrace the amnesty in order to end the insurgency.
This was disclosed by the Niger State Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Israel A. Ehijie.
Aliyu assured that the governors from the regions are ready to work with the Federal Government to address terrorism, adding that the amnesty is a welcome idea.
He described President Jonathan gesture as laudable, adding that the amnesty will bring back peace and unity in the states affected by terrorism.
He therefore reminded that the development and growth of the religion will only be a mirage until the sect lay down their arms.
Aliyu lamented that insecurity has increased fear, encouraged suspicion and put national development in the reverse gear, adding that the essence of nationhood can only be revived when lasting peace, reconciliation and political harmony is propagated and sustained.
Embrace amnesty - Aliyu tells Boko Haram
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