The Special Task Force codenamed 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 required continuous collaboration and support of the people.
He pointed out that timely sharing of information with the security agencies is key to peace and security of the communities.
The Commander 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 , had revealed that the trainees were drawn from various communities that cut across religious and ethnic backgrounds.
“The trained vigilantes are to work with the security agencies in monitoring activities of criminal elements and report accordingly “ he said.
Member representating Riyom in Plateau State House of Assembly, Hon Timothy Dachung and the Chairman Riyom Local Government Area, Hon Mafeng Gwalson hailed Operation SAFE HAVEN for initiating measures to secure the communities on the Plateau.
Delivering his vote of thanks, the Ata Ateh of Ganawuri, His Royal Highness, Da Yakubu Chairman, pledged the continues support of community leaders and the people of Riyom to troops of Operation SAFE HAVEN.
Highlight of the event was the presentation of writing materials to primary school pupils and oath-taking ceremony, administered by the Chief Magistrate of Riyom, Justice Noknaan Dreakat.