President Muhammadu Buhari has said the insecurity challenges in the West African subregion can only be effectively tackled if a common strategy is adopted by member states. ”By so doing, we will reinforce our actions and resources for a more effective response to protect our citizens and secure our common space. It is, therefore, necessary that we act collectively to end this menace in the interest of regional stability and wellbeing of our people,” he said. He said, by doing so, the member states would be able to tackle poverty and youth unemployment and contribute to sustained stability in their respective countries. According to him, the terrorist attacks target religious groups, with the clear purpose of undermining social cohesion in the sub-region.

Source: Nigerian Tribune June 29, 2019 12:56 UTC