The Governor of Bayelsa State, Douye Diri, has partnered up with the Denmark Ambassador, Sune Krogstrup, and the UNODC Representative, Dr. Oliver Stolpe, to strengthen peace and security in the Niger Delta region.
The project aims to give essential support to communities and the government to strengthen the 2022 Bayelsa State Community-Based Crime Prevention Strategy’s implementation in the communities of Otuan, Ikeberi 1, and Ayamasa.
The project also created youth centres and launched a sports-based youth crime prevention programme that sports coaches are now offering throughout the three towns. Also, investments were made in economic empowerment projects, such as Garri processing factories and solar-powered street lights.
“The collaborative effort with the German Government and UNODC has demonstrably improved security in Bayelsa State, and we are confident that the new project, funded by the Government of Denmark, will build upon this success and further strengthen peace and security across the Niger Delta,” Governor Dir said while welcoming this initiative.
“Community-based crime prevention is a cornerstone of effective security strategies. We are proud to partner with the Bayelsa State government and UNODC to empower communities and promote lasting peace,” the Ambassador of Denmark, Sune Krogstrup, said.
On the occasion of the project launch, Governor Diri also welcomed a delegation of ambassadors and high-level representatives of the governments of Finland, Germany, and the European Union.
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