Category: Peacebuilding
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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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Truth Alliance’s Drama Series Shines Light on Terrorists Recruitment Tactics in Borno State
By Abu Faisal In an ongoing effort to counter extremist ideologies, The Truth Alliance has launched a community drama series under its “Time to Tell the Truth” campaign, aimed at exposing the recruitment tactics used by terrorist groups in Borno State. The initiative, announced Tuesday by spokesperson Ahmed Mustapha, featured performances on June 24 and…
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Radio Campaign Exposes Boko Haram Recruitment Tactics
By Abu Faisal In a strategic move to combat Boko Haram’s influence in Nigeria’s Northeast, Neem Foundation, a Truth Alliance member, has sponsored a radio talk show under the “Time to Tell the Truth” campaign in Maiduguri. The second instalment of the series aired live on Peace FM Radio Station (102.5 FM) this Saturday, featuring…
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BGYDI Trains 100 Youths on Peace Building in Borno
By Rukaiyatu Idris Borno state has faced numerous challenges over the years, ranging from insecurity to economic hardship. The over a decade long conflict has left a lasting scar on the century-built peace in the state and other parts of the country. The poor utilization of youths as key actors toward achieving a harmonious society…
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Triumph in Sambisa: Nigerian Army’s Operation Desert Sanity III Crushes Boko Haram, Rescues 386 Captives
By Abdul Kareem Konduga, Nigeria – In a significant breakthrough in the ongoing battle against terrorism, the Nigerian Army’s Operation Desert Sanity III has dealt a decisive blow to Boko Haram insurgents in the notorious Sambisa Forest. Brigadier General Abubakar Haruna, the acting General Officer Commanding 7 Division and Commander Sector 1, led a morale-boosting…
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ALFOPED Dialogue Tackles Youth Violence and Stigma in Reintegrating Ex-Boko Haram Families
By Abdul Kareem Stakeholders participating in a dialogue session on the reintegration of radicalized women and children, organized by the Allamin Foundation for Peace and Development (ALFOPED), have expressed concerns about the increasing incidents of youth violence. They see this trend as a significant obstacle to achieving post-conflict reconciliation in their communities. Various speakers at…
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Embrace, Don’t Stigmatize Drug Addicts – NDLEA Tells Workshop
By Abdul Kareem The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) asserts that individuals suffering from drug addiction should not face stigmatization or negative profiling. Instead, they should be treated with love and affection. The NDLEA advocates that compassion, empathy, and care for drug addicts can significantly expedite their recovery process compared to when they are…
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Easter 2024 Unites Borno in Peace and Love, Says CAN Chairman, Bishop Bakeni
In a heartfelt Easter message, the Auxiliary Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Maiduguri calls for unity and selfless love among all communities.
The Humanitarian Times 