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Kayode Fayemi, governor of Ekiti, says the country’s security challenges are surmountable if Nigerians are determined to tackle it with sincerity.

He stated this on Friday in Ibadan, the Oyo state capital, at a symposium organised by Shina Peller, lawmaker representing Iseyin/Itesiwaju/Kajola/Iwajowa constituency in the house of representatives.

According to NAN, the ‘National Security and Peace Symposium’ was organised to commemorate Peller’s 45th birthday.

Fayemi, who said some countries with worse challenges succeeded in emerging stronger, noted that if Nigerians show commitment to addressing the issues that spark violence, things will get better.

“For me, it is a pleasure and privilege to be here to honour Shina, his family and Lead Generation Initiative. We are all here because we believe in a course we need to commit ourselves,” he said.

“At the moment, we know our country is going through a lot of challenges, but these challenges are not insurmountable. These are challenges we can overcome.

“Countries with security situations that are worse than this have overcome it. We can achieve this if we are single-minded. If we are honest, purpose driven, dedicated and determined, we will put behind all the triggers of violence in the land.”

The governor listed some of the causes of insecurity as inequality, poverty and unemployment, and called for urgent efforts to promote peace and development.

He also urged youths to contribute positively to their communities and be actively involved in politics.