Jaji (Kaduna) – The Commandant, Nigeria Army Peace Keeping Centre, Brig Gen. Adamu Dauda, on Friday said that civil military cooperation is critical in curtailing current internal security challenges facing the country.
The commandant made the remark during a civil military cooperation and human rights protection live exercise, held at the centre in Jaji, Kaduna State.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the exercise was organized by the office of National Security Adviser in collaboration with the European Union.
Dauda said such interaction was vital in promoting better interaction with civilians during internal security operation.
The commandant said that the purpose of the exercise was to train the participants on how to protect lives and build confidence in times of crisis.
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According to him, the overall aim is to also bring about enduring peace and security among the populace.
NAN reports that the participants were trained basics in civil military cooperation and respect for human rights.
In his remarks, EU representative at the event, Col. Mark Humbert said the protection of human rights was vital during security operations.
Humbert said the essence of the training is to build the confidence of civil populace, and promote better understanding with the military especially during the current internal security challenges facing the country.
The 183 participants include 150 personnel from the Army, Navy, Air Force, Police and DSS, as well as 38 community leaders.(NAN)
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