Youths in Yenagoa, the Bayelsa State capital, have staged a peace walk in support of the police\u2019s campaign against cultism and youth violence, pledging to work with security agencies to promote peace and curb criminal activities in the state.\n<\/p>\n
The peace walk, organised by Team Wulukpense in collaboration with the Epie\/Atissa Entertainment Forum, was held on Saturday, from Opolo to the Bayelsa State Police Command Headquarters in Yenagoa.\n<\/p>\n
The participants carried placards bearing messages promoting peace, non-violence and the rejection of cultism, while expressing support for the command\u2019s efforts to maintain security in the state.\n<\/p>\n
Receiving the group at the command headquarters, the state Commissioner of Police, Ajao Adewale, commended the youths for supporting the fight against cultism, criminality and other forms of violence.<\/p>\n
He described the initiative as a demonstration of civic responsibility and collective commitment to building a safer society.<\/p>\n
He said, \u201cI commend the organisers and participants for this deliberate decision to identify with the police in the fight against cultism, criminality and youth violence.\u201d\n<\/p>\n
The CP noted that community participation remained important in tackling insecurity, particularly activities involving young people.<\/p>\n
He added, \u201cThis initiative is a commendable demonstration of civic responsibility and a collective commitment to a safer society.\u201d <\/p>\n
Adewale urged the organisers to sustain the campaign and extend their advocacy to other communities, particularly among young people who might be vulnerable to cult-related activities and other forms of criminality.\n<\/p>\n
\u201cI encourage you to sustain this advocacy and continue to promote responsible citizenship and lawful conduct among young people,\u201d he stated.\n<\/p>\n
The police boss also reiterated the command\u2019s commitment to working with community groups and other stakeholders to address security challenges through cooperation and the sharing of useful information.\n<\/p>\n
\u201cThe command remains committed to strengthening police-community partnerships, intelligence-led policing and constructive engagement with well-meaning groups in our collective effort to curb cultism and reduce youth violence,\u201d the CP added.\n<\/p>\n
He expressed optimism that sustained collaboration between the police and residents would help preserve peace and security in Yenagoa and other parts of the state.\n<\/p>\n
Adewale wished the organisers success in their campaign and encouraged other youth organisations to support initiatives aimed at discouraging violence and promoting peaceful coexistence.<\/p>\n
The peace walk formed part of efforts by the participating youth groups to mobilise residents against cultism and encourage greater community involvement in maintaining security.\n<\/p>\n
The Command urged residents to support lawful security initiatives and work with the police towards sustaining peace across the state.\n <\/p>\n
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