The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has set up a committee to address the increasing number of Almajiri children within Abuja.
FCT Commissioner of Police, Olatunji Disu, revealed this while briefing journalists after a closed-door security meeting chaired by Wike.
According to Disu, the initiative aims to equip security agencies with detailed information on the activities of Almajiri children, particularly concerning their welfare and education. The police commissioner urged residents to remain vigilant and promptly report any suspicious activities to security agencies.
The newly established committee includes representatives from the Nigeria Police Force, the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), the Department of State Services (DSS), and other relevant agencies.
It has been tasked with submitting a comprehensive report within two weeks.
Meanwhile, Disu confirmed that the FCT police command recently arrested five suspects in connection with various crimes.
