Plateau Security: Operation Safe Haven trains vigilante on information gathering
From Giwa Alex, Jos
The Special Task Force code named Operation SAFE HAVEN has trained 165 members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) on community watch and security information gathering process in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau state.
Delivering his keynote address at the passing out ceremony at Riyom Township Stadium, the Commander Operation SAFE HAVEN, Major-General Ibrahim Ali, said security of the communities requires continuous collaboration and support of the people.
He averred that timely sharing of information with the security agencies is key to peace and security of the communities.
Gen. Ali, who was represented by the Deputy Commander Operation SAFE HAVEN, DCP Mohammad Rabiu, reminded the trainees of the oath of allegiance to which they swore and warned them to be more vigilant and impartial in the discharge of their duties.
Earlier, in his welcome remarks, the Commander Sector-6 Riyom, Colonel Hassan Gwani, revealed that the trainees were drawn from various communities that cut across religious and ethnic background.
“The trained vigilantes are to work with the security agencies in monitoring activities of criminal elements and report accordingly,” he said.
In their separate remarks, Member Representing Riyom in Plateau State House of Assembly, Hon. Timothy Dachung and the Chairman Riyom Local Government Area, Hon. Mafeng Gwalson applauded Operation SAFE HAVEN for initiating measures to secure the communities on the Plateau.
They alluded the improvement of the security situation in the state sequel to the new measures recently employed by the Commander Operation SAFE HAVEN, Maj Gen Ibrahim Ali.
The speakers noted the importance of security patrols, vigilance, and continues collaboration with the community members in taming the tide of insecurity on the plateau.
In his vote of thanks, the Ata Ateh of Ganawuri, His Royal Highness, Da Yakubu, pledged the continues support of community leaders and the people of Riyom to the troops of Operation SAFE HAVEN.
He expressed optimism in the capacity of the troops to secure the people when given the necessary support.
Highlight of the event was the presentation of writing materials to primary school pupils and oath taking, administered by the Chief Magistrate of Riyom, Noknaan Dreakat.
