According to our source, the meeting slated for 11am on Monday, December 14, was aimed at developing a module for Broad-Based Community Acton for Self Defence, Deeper Engagement and Enhanced Synergy among the 19 states in the northern region.

However, shortly after the meeting commenced, some thugs brandishing various weapons invaded Arewa House, the venue, chased out participants and stakeholders just as they vandalised properties.

Participants at the meeting include security experts, traditional and religious leaders, groups, civil society, businesses community, government, trade, youth, opinion leaders as well as women associations had to scramble for safety for fear of being attacked.