Rwanda National Police

The Governor of the Northern Province, Jean Marie Gatabazi has appealed to local authorities and residents in Musanze District to play at active role in ensuring security prevails in their communities.

He advised that this can be achieved if all stakeholders work in unison with police by sharing credible and timely information with law enforcement to respond in real time.

Governor Gatabazi was speaking recently during a regular security review meeting.

The meeting was also attended by the Regional Police Commander, ACP Rogers Rutikanga.

“Do not disregard any information you receive about potential threats to peace and security; communicate with police to assess and act accordingly,” the Governor said.

ACP Rutikanga hailed the existing contribution of residents in ensuring security but called for more vigilance.

“It takes cooperation, collaboration and more importantly consultation between all stakeholders to guarantee sustainable security” he said.

He said Rwanda has tasted its fair share of insecurity in the past and can allow drift back.

“No one should entertain anything that can interfere with the current pace of peace, security and development,” the RPC said.