Category: Peacebuilding
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Lake Chad Basin on Edge, Nigerian President Warns, as Governors Convene
By Abdulkareem Haruna MAIDUGURI, Nigeria — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu delivered a stark warning Tuesday to the governors of the Lake Chad Basin region, declaring that the region “is not at ease” and faces a confluence of threats, from the ongoing insurgency to the effects of climate change. Speaking at the opening of the 5th…
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Lake Chad Basin Governors Convene in Maiduguri for Regional Stability Forum
By Abdulkareem Haruna Leaders from across the Lake Chad Basin region are set to gather in Maiduguri, Borno State, northeast Nigeria, on Wednesday Jan. 29, for the 5th edition of the Lake Chad Basin Governors’ Forum. The three-day summit, themed “Rebuilding the Lake Chad Basin: Consolidating Gains, Commitment to Peace, Cross-Border Cooperation, Security, and Sustainable…
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11,000 IDPs Finally Get Befitting Homes in Monguno
By Abdulkareem Haruna In recent years, the township of Monguno has transformed from a hotbed of Boko Haram’s brutal attacks to a beacon of hope for many internally displaced persons (IDPs). Once marked by violence and despair, the area metamorphosed to one of the largest humanitarian hubs in northeastern Nigeria, providing shelter and support to…
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BOSEPA Commends Allamin Foundation’s Peace-Building Efforts, Offering Jobs to 10 Deradicalized Women
By Abdulkareem Haruna Malam Abubakar Suleiman, General Manager of the Borno State Environmental Protection Agency (BOSEPA), has praised the Allamin Foundation for Peace and Development for its efforts in promoting peace, particularly in assisting women associated with Boko Haram and other non-state actors to become deradicalized. During a courtesy and advocacy visit, Suleiman hosted the…
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3rd Division’s Innovative Strategies: Major General Abubakar’s Quest for a Safer Plateau State
By Abdulkareem Haruna It is undeniable that Plateau, a state in north central Nigeria, that has experienced numerous conflicts over the past decades, had enjoyed improved peace in 2024. This positive change can on a larger scale be attributed to the strategic leadership of Major General Abdulsalam. E. Abubakar, a distinguished officer in the Nigerian…
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Borno Governor Celebrates Air Force’s Dual Role in Security and Humanitarian Aid
By Abdulkareem Haruna Maiduguri, Nigeria — At a Christmas luncheon celebrating the Nigerian Air Force (NAF), Borno State Governor Babagana Umara Zulum praised the military’s commitment not only to safeguarding the state but also to humanitarian efforts during times of crisis. “Your relentless dedication to restoring stability in our region is commendable,” Zulum who was…
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Journalists in Borno Trained for Survivor-Centered Advocacy in Transitional Justice
By Abdul Kareem MAIDUGURI, Nigeria (tHT) — Journalists in Borno State, northeast Nigeria, have embarked on a transformative journey to advocate for survivors of the insurgency, equipped with essential skills through a training organized by the Allamin Foundation for Peace and Development, in collaboration with UKaid. This pioneering initiative seeks to amplify the voices of…
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Transitional Justice Advocacy Gains Momentum As Allamin Foundation Trains Community Actors
By Abdul Kareem MAIDUGURI, Nigeria — The Allamin Foundation for Peace and Development has continued to push for an a peaceful atmosphere for reconciliation and reintegration in Borno State under its “Strengthening Capacities and Will for Transitional Justice” project. On Wednesday August 14, the foundation organized a comprehensive one-day training focused on survivors-centered advocacy, community…
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Allamin Foundation, UKaid Train Borno CSOs on Evidence-Based Advocacy for Transitional Justice
By Abdul Kareem In an effort towards enhancing the capacity of civil society actors in advocating for transitional justice in Borno State, the Allamin Foundation for Peace and Development, in partnership with UKaid, recently conducted a one-day workshop for members of the Northeast Transitional Justice Network (NETJUN). The workshop, also supported by Foreign Commonwealth Development…
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Lake Chad Governors Rally for Borno’s IDPs Reintegration: “We Are So Much Concerned”
By Abdul Kareem MAFA, Nigeria — The Lake Chad Governor’s Forum has pledged unwavering support for the reintegration of internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Borno State, marking a significant step towards stability in the insurgency-ravaged region. Chairperson of the forum, Ildjima Abdramane, Governor of Hadjer-Lamis state of Chad, led a high-level delegation to assess the…
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