The Nigerian Red Cross Society has called for collective efforts to end killings, kidnapping and all forms of violence in the country.
In an address to mark World Red Cross Day at Red Cross Headquarters Amawbia, Awka South Council Area, the state chairman of the Society Professor Peter Katchy lamented that the situation has reduced human value and decimated humanity.
World Red Cross Day celebrated Eight May every year is to mark the birthday anniversary of the founder, Henry Dunant as well as celebration of principles of International Red Cross and Red Crescent.
The State Red Cross Chairman noted that the present situation is a clear threat to national peace as conflict and violence are forcing millions of people to leave their homes and seek for safety elsewhere as internally displaced persons in very difficult situations.
Professor Katchy identified hatred, jealously, greed and selfishness rooted and fueled by ignorance as some of the causes of violence, regretting that youths and able bodied adults are often the target of recruitment in violent clashes.
He stressed the need for dialogue, treaty and equity to achieve enduring peace, noting that conflict resolution contributes to lasting peace and reinforces viable sustainable development that liberates resources needed for growth and progress.
The former Chief Judge of Anambra State Justice Paul Obidigwe was present at the event.
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