By Thompson Yamput
The Commissioner of Police in Kogi, Mr Miller Dantawaye has tasked youths on peacebuilding and conflict prevention in the quest for national development.
Dantawaye gave the charge on Thursday when the leadership of the National Youth Council of Nigeria, (NYCN), led by its Chairman, Comrade Abdulrahman Abdulmumin, paid him a visit in his office in Lokoja.
He said, “Youths have a vital role to play in peacebuilding and conflict prevention by contributing their ideas, knowledge and skills to provide complementary role in crime fighting and nation’s growth.”
The CP advised the youth to abhor crime and take on responsibilities in making tangible impact at assisting the police and other security agencies with useful and timely information to help in tracking criminals in the state.
Dantawaye said that the visit would foster unity, encourage civic responsibility and promote youths involvement in security matters.
According to him, involvement of youths in peace and security can also foster reconciliation and conflict prevention.
Earlier, Abdulmumin commended the CP for his strategic leadership style and efforts put in place since he assumed office in tackling criminal activities in the state.
He assured the readiness of Kogi youths to partner with the police to enhance security in the state.
“Youths are the vanguard for peace and development, and so committed to playing vital role at supporting and improving police efforts in safeguarding the state,” Abdulmumin added. NAN
