The National Centre for the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons (NCCSALW) North-East zonal centre has championed a peace initiative in the zone, promoting stability and security in the subregion this effort is crucial, given the subregion’s history of insurgency and violence over the years.
The centre’s initiatives have been well-received by stakeholders, including youths and students as recently, the North East Zonal Coordinator, Rear Admiral S.A. Mohammed (Rtd), presented a paper on curbing the proliferation of illicit small arms and light weapons among youths and students.
The presentation, held at the Fast Track Hotel in Jalingo, Taraba State, was part of the maiden inauguration of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) zone E.
The event brought together various youth organizations, including the National Youths Council of Nigeria (NYCN).
The NCCSALW was established in 2021 to address the proliferation of small arms and light weapons in Nigeria with a mandate including coordinating efforts to control the spread of these weapons, providing a framework for their regulation, and preventing illicit trade.
The centre’s efforts in the North East zone have contributed significantly to the region’s recovery from insurgency. By engaging stakeholders, including youths and students, the centre has promoted peace and stability in the region.
Mohammed in his presentation, highlighted the importance of curbing the use of illicit small arms and light weapons among youths and students, a critical issue, as the proliferation of these weapons can exacerbate violence and instability in the region.
The newly elected NANS zone E executive members pledged to support the fight against illicit arms in their various institutions and societies.
They emphasised the need for continued collaboration with the NCCSALW and appreciated the centre’s support for their initiatives.
Umar Afkawa, the newly sworn-in Coordinator of NANS in the North East, outlined his vision to improve welfare services for students in the zone just as he also committed to supporting the fight against illicit arms among students.
The NCCSALW’s peace initiative in the North-East zone is a significant contribution to the ongoing efforts to promote peace and stability in the region while its dedication to this cause is truly commendable.
The Centre’s success in reducing the proliferation of small arms and light weapons in the North East zone is a testament to its effectiveness while the recovery of illicit weapons and the reintegration of former insurgents into their communities are notable achievements.
The NCCSALW’s engagement with youths and students is particularly important, as these groups are critical to the region’s future development just as by promoting peace and stability, the centre is helping to create a conducive environment for growth and development.
The centre’s initiatives have also promoted collaboration among stakeholders, including youth organisations, community leaders, and government agencies and the collaborative approach is essential for addressing the complex security challenges facing the region.
The NCCSALW’s peace initiative in the North-East zone has received widespread support from stakeholders as the centre’s efforts have been praised for their effectiveness in promoting peace and stability in the region.
The centre’s success is a result of its commitment to addressing the root causes of violence and instability in the region. By engaging stakeholders and promoting collaboration, the centre is helping to create a more peaceful and stable environment.
The NCCSALW’s peace initiative in the North-East zone is a model for other regions to follow. The centre’s approach to promoting peace and stability is effective and sustainable and can be replicated in other parts of the country.
The centre’s efforts have also promoted economic development in the region. By creating a more peaceful and stable environment, the centre is helping to attract investment and promote economic growth.
The NCCSALW’s peace initiative in the North-East zone has improved the lives of many people in the region while the centre’s efforts have helped to reduce violence and instability, and have promoted peace and stability.
The centre’s success is a testament to the effectiveness of its approach to promoting peace and stability just as its commitment to addressing the root causes of violence and instability has helped to create a more peaceful and stable environment in the North-East zone.
NCCSALW North-East Zonal Centre has made significant contributions to promoting peace and stability in the region.
The centre’s efforts have helped to reduce violence and instability, and have promoted economic development and growth.
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