He made this statement while discussing with some journalists in a video posted by Channels Television.
When he asked what the military can do to end banditry in the country, the minister said:
“Well, is it the responsibility of the military alone, it’s the responsibility of everybody to keep alert and find safety when necessary, but we shouldn’t be cowards.
“At times the bandits will only come with about three rounds of ammunition when fire shot everybody will rush. In our younger days we try to fight any aggression coming to us.”
“I don’t know why people are running away…they should stand, let these people know that even the villagers have the competence and capability to defend themselves.”
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The journalist further asked the minister if he was supporting the use of firearms by ordinary citizens. Are you supporting the use of firearms, one of them queried?
“I don’t advise Nigerian to start using firearms, for personal use,” he responded.
Watch the video below:
https://www.instagram.com/tv/CLaFuIYlhE8/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
