Naga youths should wipe out corruption: Hoho

DIMAPUR: The Naga Hoho has alleged that corruption is increasingly afflicting every part of Nagaland. "At a time when the Nagas are fighting for self-determination, corruption is affecting every sphere of life in the state. We have to weed out graft from our society," the apex organization of all Naga tribes has observed.

"Most Nagas are patriotic. They are ready to sacrifice life for their motherland. But corruption is taking an ugly shape. The younger generation has to strive hard to eradicate the menace," the Naga Hoho said in a statement signed by its president, Keviletuo Kiewhuo, and general secretary, P Chuba Ozukum.

Expressing concern over lack of employment, the Naga Hoho urged the government to provide local builders and suppliers with more opportunities instead of taking service from outsiders.

It also called upon the Naga entrepreneurs to come forward and prove that they were efficient and honest in their undertaking.