Authorities in Chad have officially inaugurated a Provincial Disarmament Commission in Salamat, aimed at retrieving illegal weapons and military-grade equipment from civilians in a bid to bolster regional security and peace.
The commission, formally established on July 10 during a ceremony held in the Governorate’s meeting hall, will oversee operations to collect illegally held arms and restore public order in the southeastern province.
The event was presided over by General Ismat Issakha Acheikh, the Government’s General Delegate to Salamat, who also serves as the honorary president of the commission.
Created under Order No. 045 of July 9, 2025, the commission is comprised of representatives from the defense and security forces, as well as judicial and administrative authorities.
Operational leadership has been entrusted to the Commander of Military Zone No. 10, who will serve as the commission’s acting president.
The core mandate of the commission is to conduct systematic house-to-house searches across the province to locate and confiscate unauthorized weapons and other military materials in civilian possession.
According to Article 3 of the order establishing the body, “Any person who voluntarily surrenders their weapon to the Commission is exempt from prosecution.
However, any person whose weapons are recovered by the Commission will be subject to criminal prosecution for illegal possession of weapons of war.”
Speaking during the launch ceremony, General Ismat Issakha Acheikh emphasized the urgency of the disarmament campaign, noting that it forms a crucial part of the government’s broader strategy to ensure lasting peace and community safety across Salamat.
He urged local populations to cooperate fully with the commission and take advantage of the amnesty offered for voluntary disarmament.
The move comes amid continued efforts by Chad’s central government to stabilize regions historically affected by armed conflict and tribal tensions.
Authorities hope that the initiative will not only reduce the prevalence of illicit weapons but also foster a more secure environment conducive to development and reconciliation.
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