Development Thrives In Peace, Stability — Defence Minister Musa Tells Southern Kaduna
The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (rtd), has urged leaders, legal professionals, and residents of Southern Kaduna to put aside their differences and work collectively toward building a peaceful, united, and prosperous region for future generations.
Musa made the appeal while speaking at a roundtable organised by the Southern Kaduna Lawyers' Forum.
The event, themed "Division to Cohesion: Role of Lawyers, Leaders and Citizens in Southern Kaduna," was described by the minister as a timely initiative that provides an opportunity for dialogue, reconciliation, and stronger cooperation among the area's diverse ethnic groups.
Acknowledging the region's past challenges, the minister stressed that meaningful development can only be achieved in an environment of peace, stability, and mutual trust.
He urged lawyers to go beyond courtroom litigation by using their knowledge and influence to promote justice, encourage dialogue, and strengthen institutions that support lasting peace.
Musa also called on political, traditional, religious, and community leaders to prioritise the welfare of the people above personal interests.
According to him, effective leadership requires building consensus, promoting tolerance, and finding lasting solutions instead of fuelling divisions.
Addressing young people, the minister encouraged them to reject violence, criminal activities, hate speech, and divisive narratives.
He also appealed to religious leaders to continue preaching peace, unity, and mutual respect to foster sustainable development across the region.
He further advised communities to resolve disputes through lawful and peaceful means, noting that harmonious coexistence reflects God's purpose for the people of Southern Kaduna.
The defence minister maintained that ensuring security is a collective responsibility, not one that rests solely on the military or security agencies.
He said lasting peace depends on strong communities, functional institutions, social justice, and active citizen participation.
"The armed forces and other security agencies can create the conditions for peace, but lasting peace must ultimately be built and sustained by the people themselves," he said.
Musa expressed optimism that the recommendations from the roundtable would strengthen unity, deepen peaceful coexistence, and contribute to sustainable development in Southern Kaduna.
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