Group urges govt to revive public safety institutions
By Diana Omueza
The Global Awareness for Public Safety Foundation (GAPS) has urged the Federal Government to revive and reactivate public safety institutions for effective protection of lives and property in Nigeria.
Dr Chuks Alozie, Director-General of GAPS, made the call on Wednesday in Abuja during a courtesy visit to Rev Yakubu Pam, Executive Secretary, Nigerian Christains Pilgrims Commission.
The Global Awareness for Public Safety Foundation is an NGO with the goal to enlighten the public on ways to prevent and manage dangers within their environment.
Alozie said there was the need for government at all levels to collaborate with stakeholders to revive all public safety institutions to boost safety and wellness of citizens.
“Regular awareness for public safety will play a critical role in preventing and protecting the public from events that could endanger their safety and security.
“Government and institutions at all levels should ensure the protection of lives of persons in their territory, organizations and institutions against threats to their well-being, survival and prosperity, ” he said.
He urged the government to reactivate emergency services and first responders, including the law enforcement agencies, fire service, emergency medical services, security and military for effective service delivery.
Alozie also prayed for wisdom for the NCPC boss to reposition the commission to reflect the goodness of the Christian community in and outside the country.
Responding, the Executive Secretary, Nigerian Christians Pilgrims Commission, Rev. Yakubu Pam, thanked the group for calling for the repositioning of the commission and other institutions to reflect their mandates.
Pam also assured the group of its willingness to collaborate, to provide the needed awareness on public safety and its organizations.(NAN)(www.nannews.ng)
==========
Edited by Benson Ezugwu/Idris Abdulrahman
Published By
Has also recently published
- General NewsNovember 10, 2023SGoF to host Geographic Information System Conference Nov. 14
- Economy/BusinessNovember 10, 2023Consulting firm prioritises staff welfare, embraces remote work
- General NewsNovember 9, 2023CSO lauds Uzodinma on women empowerment, girl-child’s rights
- HealthNovember 9, 2023Many Nigerians still at risk of malaria — Group