Civilian Task Force Urged To Prioritise Peace

The special envoy and ambassador to West Africa for the International Human Rights Protection Service/Forum, Charles Omini, has asked members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) to prioritise peace, transparency and accountability, stating that present actions will shape the future stability of Nigeria.

Omini spoke at the weekend in Abuja, when he was presented with a Certificate of Patronage by the national chairman of the CJTF, alongside a Certificate of International Partnership recognising the collaboration between the CJTF and the International Human Rights Protection Service/Forum across West Africa.

“We are not meeting here to drink or celebrate. We are meeting because what we do today will determine Nigeria’s peace tomorrow. There is so much work to be done, and it must be carried out with discipline and integrity,” Omini said.

He emphasised that leadership within the CJTF must be guided by ethical standards, warning against misuse of resources or abuse of authority.

“If you ask for support, it must be for the right purpose. Is it to move people and equipment for lawful operations? Yes. Is it to destroy property or harm others? No,” he stated.

In his remarks, the national chairman of the CJTF, Kailani Muhammad, expressed appreciation for the partnership, describing it as a major boost to the group’s operations.

He traced the roots of the CJTF to community defence initiatives in Borno State over 15 years ago, adding that its expansion into other parts of the country was driven by rising insecurity, including armed robbery, insurgency and banditry.