The
National Council for Civic Education (NCCE) recently held a national dialogue
on peace and reconciliation meeting with residents of Kanilai and Kanfenda in
the Foni Kansala district.
The
meetings hosted by 30 communities in Foni Kansala district were meant to
promote peace and unity through dialogue and tolerance.
Yusupha
Bojang, NCCE Program Officer, speaking at the meeting, said his institution was
concerned about the situation in Foni, noting that the best way to solve the
matter was through dialogue.
This
was why they embarked on a national dialogue on peace and reconciliation
campaign in Foni, he said.
Mr
Bojang explained that his office was mandated to educate citizens on the
constitution and other laws of the country, adding that they meet and sensitize
people across the country based on what was happening at a particular time.
He
further explained that prior to the 2016 Presidential election they went round
the country to sensitise people on the importance of political participation
and voting.
Musa
Amul Nyassi, National Assembly member for Foni Kansala district, said the
people of Foni have always been rallying behind ruling governments with the
belief that God ordain leaders.
He
urged them to work with the new Government for the development of the district
and the country, as well as end their differences.
