Building Safer Communities: How NEDC Is Empowering Local Security Forces with Human Rights Training in Yola
Daily Rendezvous May 14, 2025 In the heart of Yola, Adamawa State, a powerful shift is happening in the way local security forces approach their duty to protect. From May 12–13, 2025, over 150 members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) and vigilante groups gathered for a transformative training on human rights, international humanitarian law, and rules of engagement. The training, organized by the North East Development Commission (NEDC) in partnership with Conflict Security and Development Consult Ltd (CSD Consult), is part of a broader initiative across the Northeast. With a total of 600 participants expected—300 from Borno, 150 each from Adamawa and Yobe—the goal is clear: strengthen grassroots security while prioritizing human dignity and legal accountability. Why This Training Matters In a region still grappling with the impact of insurgency and insecurity, the role of local security volunteers is critical. But with that role comes immense respons...