Terrorism will endure if good people remain complacent ----Buhari
(Nigeria) President Muhammadu Buhari on Sunday in Malta,
said that violent extremism and terrorism could only thrive and endure if good
people remained idle and complacent.
It said that the president was speaking on behalf of other
participating African Heads of State and Government at the closing Executive
Session of the 2015 Commonwealth Summit.
President Buhari said that he was confident that terrorism
would be ultimately defeated with greater international cooperation and
collaboration.
``We have had the opportunity to discuss, in a serene
atmosphere, wide ranging issues that are of great significance, not only to the
members of the Commonwealth, but to the entire global community.
``Of particular note is the Action Statement on Climate
Change, which is expected to herald our commitment to saving the planet for
present and future generations. Of equal significance are our deliberations on
Radicalisation and Violent Extremism. We are witnesses to the growing
phenomenon of terrorism that is affecting us all, whether big or small.
``The reign of terror will only succeed if peace-loving
people choose to remain idle. But I am confident that through our collective
efforts, we will defeat this scourge and restore peace,’’ he said.
He also reaffirmed the unwavering commitment of Nigeria and
other African member-countries to the promotion and protection of the core
values of the Commonwealth.
``I came into power via democratic principles and values
espoused by this same body. Nigeria as a country will continue to protect and promote
these democratic ideals,’’ he further assured heads of delegations at the
session.
The President thanked the ougoing Secretary-General,
Kamalesh Sharma, for his exemplary service to the Commonwealth.
``We in Nigeria will not forget his five memorable visits to
our country during his tenure. As this is his last CHOGM in his present
capacity, I know I speak for my colleagues from Africa in expressing our
immense gratitude and best wishes to him,’’ President Buhari said.
Buhari also congratulated the Commonwealth's
Secretary-General-elect, Rt. Hon. Patricia Janet Scotland, and assured her of
the full support of Nigeria and other African members of the Commonwealth.
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