Nigeria, Nov. 25 -- Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has set up a cabinet-level committee to develop short and long-term responses to the state's growing security challenges. The committee is chaired by Deputy Governor Kayode Alabi.

The governor's spokesperson, Rafiu Ajakaye, said the committee will work with community leaders and other stakeholders to design a state specific strategy that improves public safety.

He said the panel's work is expected to "enrich existing understanding of the nationwide security situations from local perspectives" and guide government decisions.

Members of the committee include Special Adviser on Security Matters, Saliu Bello; Commissioner for Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Community...