Sultan Receives Zone 10 Police AIG, Calls for Stronger Community Collaboration on Security
By KEMI KASUMU
AIG Ahmed Musa expressed appreciation to the Sultan for receiving him and his delegation, acknowledging the significant contributions of traditional institutions to peace, security and social harmony.
The Sultan of Sokoto, His Eminence Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, CFR, mni, has called for stronger collaboration between security agencies, traditional rulers and community leaders to address security challenges and promote peaceful coexistence across Sokoto, Kebbi and Zamfara States.
The Sultan made the call on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, when he received the Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG) in charge of Zone 10, Ahmed Musa, during a courtesy visit to his palace in Sokoto.
Zone 10 of the Nigeria Police Force covers Sokoto, Kebbi and Zamfara States.
During the meeting, the Sultan commended the police for their efforts in maintaining law and order and protecting lives and property, stressing the importance of cooperation between security agencies and traditional institutions in tackling security challenges.
He noted that traditional rulers and community leaders had important roles to play in promoting peace, providing useful information to security agencies and encouraging public cooperation with efforts to maintain security and stability.
The monarch also urged police officers to discharge their responsibilities with professionalism and fairness while respecting citizens’ rights and strengthening public confidence in the security system.
In his remarks, AIG Ahmed Musa expressed appreciation to the Sultan for receiving him and his delegation, acknowledging the significant contributions of traditional institutions to peace, security and social harmony.
He reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force, Zone 10, to strengthening security operations and working closely with traditional rulers, community leaders and other stakeholders to address security challenges across the three states.
The zonal police chief also emphasised the importance of public cooperation and the timely provision of credible information to security agencies to prevent crime and sustain peace in communities.
The visit highlighted the importance of sustained collaboration between the Sultanate and the Nigeria Police Force in strengthening security, promoting peaceful coexistence and fostering harmonious relationships among communities in the zone.
The Sultan was accompanied during the visit by Prof. Sambo Wali, the Wazirin Sokoto; Alhaji Aliyu Attahiru Galadanchi, the Galadiman Garin Sokoto; Alhaji Muhammad Jabbi Kilgori, the Sa’in Kilgori; and Alhaji Saidu Maccido, Secretary of the Sultanate Council.
