Knowledge without purpose will be disastrous– Nienu

Kohima, Jan. 21 (EMN): Elaborating on the power of knowledge towards building a better society, NPF legislator Kuzholuzo Nienu conversely cautioned that knowledge without a purpose could become a very destructive/ dangerous for the society.

Nienu stated this while addressing at the 49th session of All Sumi Students’ Union (SKK) at Yehemi village in Zunheboto district on January 21 as the special guest. Nienu emphasised that education is a must in today’s competitive society to survive and excel. Stating that through education one gain knowledge, he said knowledge itself is courage, confidence and humility, an update from the union stated on Tuesday.

“Knowledge is also the ultimate key to survival and this is applicable to animals too. We must use our God given knowledge to make this world a better place to live in and also in the services of humanity and not for destruction,” he said.

Regretting that chaos is everywhere in the country, he said “there is already a war for want of Justice, there is a war for want of peace, tranquillity and progress.”

Pointing out at the bitter truth and sad reality, he alleged that people at the helm of affairs, who are suppose to protect the constitution and its subjects, have become a threat.

“They should promote social and communal harmony, but instead they are disrupting it. The prevailing atmosphere in the country poses a direct threat to the democratic principles enshrined in the constitution and the secular fabric of our nation. The country is undergoing a stormy weather.

“All is not well in our country today and therefore, as students and future leaders we must stay vigilant and on-guard and at the same time pray to God to heal our land. Let us all hope and pray that our country will be united and not divided on race, region, culture or religion,” he said.