By Igbasuwe Kuza, Lafia

The Nasarawa State Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Brah Umaru Samson, has cautioned youths in the state against engaging in acts capable of causing tension and disrupting the peace ahead of the forthcoming general elections.

Samson gave the warning while addressing congregation at the Evangelical Reformed Church of Christ (ERCC), Sabon Pegi, Shabu, Lafia Local Government Area, of the  state, urged youths to shun violence and other activities that could jeopardise the electoral process.

He appealed to residents to protect the peace the state has enjoyed over the years, stressing that the coming elections should not be seen as a do-or-die affair. He also urged communities to educate their members on the need to maintain peace before, during and after the elections.

The commandant advised eligible voters to support candidates of their choice peacefully and with understanding, while calling on youths to resist being used by politicians to perpetrate violence or other criminal activities.

“If any politician employs you to execute shoddy acts for him, don’t be bent because of money,” Samson cautioned,

He urged youths in the state to consider the consequences of their actions rather than allowing themselves to be used for political interests.

The NSCDC boss was speaking as part of activities marking his one-year anniversary as the Nasarawa State Commandant, said the anniversary activities began at the Central Mosque in Lafia on Friday and continued at the ERCC, Sabon Pegi, Shabu, where prayers and thanksgiving were offered for God’s protection and guidance.

Samson expressed appreciation to God for sustaining the command and enabling it to maintain peace and order across the state. He also commended the Nasarawa State Governor, Engr. Abdullahi Sule, for his support and commitment to protecting the lives and property of residents.