The Women’s Initiative for Northern Nigerian Development (WINNDEV) has unveiled a Neighborhood Committee Network (NCN) to boost security in Katsina state.
NCN is a grassroots movement that seeks to empower neighborhoods in various communities and villages as part of its efforts to enable communities to take ownership of their development, safety, and well-being.
Unveiling the program at a news conference in Katsina on Wednesday, WINNDEV National Coordinator, Hon. Zainab Mohammed Sada, said: “The establishment of a network of community-led committees was aimed at creating a platform for the citizens to come together, share ideas, and work collectively towards common goals.
“It is also expected to focus on community developments, safety and security, social cohesion, and environmental growth.
“We shall establish a national secretariat as part of plans to develop a robust training program and foster partnerships with governmental agencies, NGOs, and private sector organizations.
“Our goal is to build stronger and more resilient communities that are better equipped to withstand challenges and seize opportunities at any given time.
Sada said the Neighborhood Committee Network would be implemented in the 16 local governments of Katsina, Jibia, Funtua, Daura, Dutsinma, Kaita, Bakori, Danmusa, Rimi, Safana, Batagarawa, Kurfi, Kankara, Musawa, Charanchi, Kankia, and Batsari.
“In each of the 16 local governments, 3,000, that is 48,000 women, youths and the less privileged would be trained and empowered with relevant security and entrepreneurial skills to be self-sufficient.
“NCN would serve as a viable platform for citizens to come together, share ideals, and work collectively towards common goals for peace and development to thrive,” she added.
