Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Barrister Nyesom Wike, has revealed that he is set to provide security agents in the FCT with 50 vehicles to tackle insecurity and address the issue of scavengers who have become security threats in the area.
Wike noted that the security situation is currently much improved compared to the past, as security agents are working day and night to keep Abuja residents safe.
The minister mentioned that some of the beggars not only create a nuisance but also pose security risks, as some of them serve as informants.
Wike made these statements during a live media parley on Wednesday, monitored by Nigerian Tribune in Abuja.
He said: “I disagree with you that poverty is responsible; professional begging is what is happening. We have security threats, and you make excuses for them.
“Some of them are not only informants but scavengers as well. The committee is now working day and night.
“Next week, I will distribute 50 vehicles to security…