The firm observed that while state governments have introduced various security measures, including the provision of operational vehicles, support for security agencies and the establishment of community-based security initiatives, the overall security situation remains challenging. It also identified limited accountability in collaboration among state governments, the Federal Government and security agencies as another factor affecting the effectiveness of security operations. The report further cited inadequate implementation of professional security recommendations aimed at strengthening intelligence gathering, prevention and rapid response. BSIL recommended the adoption of a unified regional security strategy involving the three state governments, the Federal Government and security agencies. The firm also urged the governors of Sokoto, Zamfara and Kebbi states to strengthen inter-state cooperation, improve accountability and consider evidence-based recommendations from security experts in addressing evolving security threats.