Politics
Youth must not allow themselves to be used for violence – Haske
An All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain in Adamawa State, Mr. Abdulrahman Haske, has warned youths against allowing themselves to be used to cause violence.
He said that such actions only destroy communities and delay development.
Haske gave the warning while addressing residents of Lamurde Local Government Area during the distribution of relief materials to victims affected by recent unrest in parts of the area.
According to him, young people have the strength, energy and creativity needed to build their communities, but these same qualities can become dangerous when youths are manipulated by individuals pursuing selfish interests.
“Youth must not allow themselves to be used for violence. Violence only sets communities backward. Those who instigate crises often disappear when trouble comes, leaving the youth and innocent people to bear the consequences.”
He stressed that peace is the foundation of development, noting that no community can attract meaningful social or economic progress in an atmosphere of fear, tension and insecurity.
Haske encouraged youths to embrace dialogue, tolerance and mutual understanding as better ways of resolving disputes, adding that peaceful engagement remains the most effective tool for addressing differences.
He explained that the distribution of relief materials was not only meant to support victims of the unrest but also to show solidarity and reassure affected residents that they had not been abandoned.
“This support is to let you know that you are not alone in this difficult time,” he said.
Haske also called on parents, traditional rulers and community leaders to play a stronger role in guiding young people, urging them to instil values such as patience, respect and peaceful coexistence.
Addressing residents, he appealed for calm and unity across Lamurde, saying peace would allow the area to unlock its full potential.
“To the people of Lamurde, let us remain peaceful and united. Only in an atmosphere of harmony can we build a future of opportunity, development and shared prosperity for our children.”
