Table of Contents
- Condemnation of Exclusion
- Governor's Announcement
- Details of the Initiative
- GAFDAN's Statement
- Call for Inclusivity
The Plateau State chapter of the Gan Allah Fulani Development Association of Nigeria (GAFDAN) has expressed disapproval over the alleged exclusion of Muslims from the ongoing second batch training of Operation Rainbow operatives in Jos.
On Tuesday, Governor Caleb Mutfwang announced the training of the second group of recruits for the community-based security initiative, aimed at enhancing grassroots security across all 17 local government areas in the state.
The state government stated that this initiative is part of its strategy to recruit and train over 1,400 local security operatives who will assist in intelligence gathering, community protection, and swift responses to emerging threats.
However, GAFDAN, in a statement released by its media team on Thursday, criticized the exercise, asserting that no Muslim or Hausa-Fulani participant was included in the current group.
In the statement, the organization cautioned that the alleged exclusion of its members from the program “undermines inclusivity in a security outfit designed for all residents” and urged the government to ensure fair representation and transparency in the recruitment process.
“This is a biased security recruitment effort aimed at providing security to a specific section or group of individuals,” they stated.
“Therefore, we urge the state government to approach this matter with compassion and fairness,” the statement continued, emphasizing that the non-inclusion of Muslims or the Hausa-Fulani community constitutes significant marginalization.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is GAFDAN's position on the training of Operation Rainbow operatives?
GAFDAN has condemned the alleged exclusion of Muslims from the training, claiming it undermines inclusivity in a security outfit meant for all residents.
What did Governor Caleb Mutfwang announce regarding community security?
Governor Mutfwang announced the training of the second batch of recruits for Operation Rainbow, which aims to enhance grassroots security across the state.
How many local security operatives does the state plan to recruit and train?
The state plans to recruit and train more than 1,400 local security operatives.
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