WINNDEV Launches Initiative to Enhance Security, Empower 48,000 in Katsina
The Women Initiative for Northern Nigerian Development (WINNDEV) has introduced the Neighborhood Committee Network (NCN) to enhance security and empower 48,000 individuals across 16 local government areas in Katsina State.
According to WINNDEV, the NCN is a grassroots initiative aimed at empowering communities and villages by promoting self-reliance in development, safety, and well-being.
Speaking at the programme launch in Katsina on Wednesday, WINNDEV’s National Coordinator, Zainab Mohammed Sada, highlighted the initiative’s role in fostering community development and social cohesion.
The programme is set to be implemented across the local governments of Katsina, Jibia, Funtua, Daura, Dutsinma, Kaita, Bakori, Danmusa, Rimi, Safana, Batagarawa, Kurfi, Kankara, Musawa, Charanchi, Kankia, and Batsari.
Sada explained that in each of these 16 local governments, 3,000 women, youths, and underprivileged individuals—amounting to 48,000 beneficiaries—would receive training in security awareness and entrepreneurial skills to promote self-sufficiency.
She emphasized that the NCN would serve as a collaborative platform for citizens to unite, exchange ideas, and work together to achieve lasting peace and sustainable development.
“As part of our strategy, we will establish a national secretariat to develop comprehensive training programmes and establish partnerships with government agencies, NGOs, and private sector organizations,” she stated.
“Our vision is to cultivate stronger, more resilient communities that can effectively navigate challenges and capitalize on emerging opportunities,” Sada concluded.
