April 19, 2021
By: PROBLYN JOHN ALPHA (Kono)
The International Association of Youths and Students for Peace has been officially launched at ACEDO Promise of Life Ministry’s grounds at Yardu Road, Koidu city – Kono District.
According to the president of the aforesaid association, Aldamus Manor Kargbo, “peace is very important in the day to day affairs of human beings.”
He noted that throughout their activities they have worked very hard to raise youths and students with the primary objective of them knowing the importance of peace for sustainable development. He pointed out that the Association in its right thinking manner is expecting its members to teach or preach to others the knowledge gained from the regular engagements with them as youths and students for the growth and benefit of their respective communities.
Mr. Kargbo maintained that the significance of the association launched cannot be over emphasized as it is a vital tool to effect changes at every facet of life. He argued that youths and students as young people are not spectators but rather participants in developing a culture of sustainable peace.
Making a statement, the Chairman Kono District Council, Sahr Solomon Gbondo underscored the importance of the Association launched. He added his voice to the argument that there is no sustainable development without peace, citing the eleven (11) years rebel war which witnessed massive destructions.
Chairman Gbondo implored all and sundry especially youths and students to stay away from violence of any type as it is inimical to development.