Israel offers counter-terrorism assistance to Nigeria

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January 22, 2012 by Agency reporter 64 Comments

The Deputy Head of Mission of the Israeli Embassy in Nigeria, Mr George Deek, has reiterated Israel’s willingness to partner with Nigeria in the fight against terrorism.

He told the News Agency of Nigeria in Abuja that to mitigate the effects of terrorism, the authorities and the public needed to be prepared to respond and recover from the possible consequence of terrorists’ attack.

“Today, terrorism is one of Nigeria’s biggest and most immediate challenges. It is not a secret that Israeli expertise can significantly assist Nigeria in countering terrorism,’’ Deek said. “We have already pledged our readiness to assist Nigeria and I hereby reiterate the willingness on behalf of my government the state of Israel, to help Nigeria counter terrorism.

“Countering terrorism has two main elements; one is to prevent terrorists attack from happening and the other is to mitigate the effects of terrorist attacks once they have all already occurred.’’

He further stated that the psychological impact of terrorist attacks often outweighed the impact of material damage and bodily harm caused by the attack.

He added, “If instead of panic and fear, you have a sense of order and engagement of all authorities, as well as the public, then the terrorists lose.”

Meanwhile, the Kano State Government has directed all hospitals in the state to treat all victims of Friday’s Boko Haram attacks free.

A statement signed by the Communications and Public Relations Strategist, Halilu Dantiye Director said the hospitals had also been directed to give maximum medical attention to the victims.

While commiserating with the people of the state over the incident, Director also condoled with the families of those who lost their lives.

He gave the assurance that security agencies would continue to do their best to safeguard the lives and property of the residents of the state reported the News Agency of Nigeria.

The statement also said the state governor had since visited the affected places and hospitals where the victims were receiving treatment

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