By Peter Inyali
The Cross River State Command of the Peace Corps of Nigeria has lauded the doggedness and commitment of the National Assembly towards the passage of the Peace Corps Bill of Nigeria.
Commandant, Patrick Okweche Dominic, who led a rally in Calabar said the lawmakers and the President, Muhammadu Buhari, have the interest of Nigerians at heart which is why they have collectively ensured that the Bill is passed, to create employment for the teeming youths.
He said the organization which was established 19 years ago has its overall mandate as a neighborhood watch, as well as fight crimes in the society.
He said officers and men of the Corps are well trained and combat ready at any time.
He commended Governor Ben Ayade for the support and cooperation particularly, the provision of vehicles and office accommodation to the organization.
Special Adviser to the Governor on Special Projects, Monitoring and Evaluation, Engr Thomas Aruku, assured of the state government’s commitment to tackling insecurity and creating more job opportunities for the youths of the state.
Director of Operations of the State’s Homeland Security, Mr Raphael Odu, said security is everybody’s business and called on the citizens to work with security agencies in the state to tackle the challenge of insecurity.
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