The Nigeria Institute of Public Relations, NIPR, says it is poised to convoking a citizens summit in response to the increasing number of agitations and cases of insecurity in the country.
Presenting the concept document of the initiative in Abuja on Monday, 12th July, 2021 during the inauguration of members of the Committee, Dr. Ike Neliaku, said utilising the citizens approach to finding solutions to the problems of peace and security must be hinged on a well structured foundation as peace is a product.
He however cautioned that insecurity is also a product but must be jettisoned as the strength of any nation depends on its ability to safeguard the people.
In a speech, the National president of NIPR, Mallam Muktar Sirado, said the essence of the project was to meet the urgent need of harnessing the diversity of the country based on equity, respect and love for one another.
He said the war on insecurity can be won through citizens derived solution or by people to people conversation to restore confidence.
Other speakers on the occasion, including the National President of the Nigeria Union of journalists, Chris Isiguzo, the National President Traders Union, Ken Ukoha, the Director General of the National Orientation Agency, Dr. Garba Ogari, among others expressed worry that Nigeria is significantly divided along religious, tribal and political lines, calling for reorientation for a better Nigeria.
The planning committee members of the project which is expected to begin in September was inaugurated at the event.
A member of the planning committee and Managing Director, Anambra Broadcasting Service, Dr. Uche Nworah, said the appointment is an opportunity to work for peace and security of the country.
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