Abuja: The National Civil Society Council (NCSCN) has appealed to the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, to expedite action on the passage of the Peace Corps of Nigeria Bill. The Executive Director, NCSCN, Amb. Blessing Akinlosotu, made the appeal on Thursday in Abuja at commemoration of the 27th anniversary of Peace Corps of Nigeria.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, Akinlosotu commended the corps for being instrumental in providing employment opportunities for Nigerian youths and enhancing security across the country. He emphasized that the Peace Corps of Nigeria is celebrating a milestone, marking 27 years of service dedicated to promoting peace, security, and national development.
The bill aims to establish the Nigerian Peace Corps as a statutory body and has garnered significant support from lawmakers. Its passage is expected to provide the corps with the necessary legal framework to effectively tackle security challenges, promote peace education, and empower Nigerian youths.
Akinlosotu highlighted the corps’ mandate to facilitate peace volunteerism, community service, and nation-building, stating that it has played a role in promoting social cohesion and development. He stressed the urgent need for statutory backing to enable the Peace Corps to reach its full potential.
Stakeholders are optimistic that the passage of the bill will usher in a new era of peace and development. Akinlosotu expressed confidence that with the support of the Senate President and other lawmakers, the Peace Corps of Nigeria is poised to make a lasting impact on the country’s security and development landscape.
As the organization looks to the future, its commitment to empowering youths and promoting peace is expected to continue to inspire a new generation of Nigerians.