In a remarkable display of commitment to peace building, Governor Caleb Muyfwang of Plateau State has embarked on a mission to unite stakeholders across party, ethnic, state, and religious lines to promote peace in the region. His recent visit to the House of Senate, accompanied by Senator Diket Plang and Hon. Daniel Asama, to meet with the erudite scholar and veteran peace builder, Senator Shehu Buba Umar, is a testament to his dedication to this cause.
Senator Umar, Chairman of the Senate Committee on National Security and Intelligence, is a renowned peace builder with a proven track record of promoting non-discriminatory policies and initiatives that benefit citizens across religious and tribal divides. His philanthropic efforts, particularly in the areas of health and education, have had a profound impact on his constituency and beyond.
As someone who has had the privilege of knowing Senator Umar personally, I can attest to his exceptional attributes as a peace builder. His Masters thesis, which I supervised, demonstrated his remarkable ability to navigate complex ethnic and religious landscapes to promote peace and understanding. His current doctoral research, also under my supervision, focuses on banditry across northern Nigeria, seeking to identify avenues for inclusive peace building across states, ethnic, and religious borders.
The combined efforts of Governor Muyfwang, Senator Umar, Senator Plang, and Hon. Asama will undoubtedly have a profound impact on peace building in Plateau State. Their collective experience, skills, and commitment to peace will be a beacon of hope for the region. It is essential that the people of Plateau State and all well-wishers of the state join hands to support this initiative and ensure that peace is achieved.
Governor Muyfwang’s ability to harness the necessary skills and experience to promote peace in Plateau State is a testament to his leadership and vision. His dedication to peace building will undoubtedly have a positive impact on the region, and his legacy will be remembered for generations to come.
In conclusion, the gathering of these movers and shakers in peace building is a significant step towards promoting peace and understanding in Plateau State and beyond. Their collective efforts will be a shining example of what can be achieved when individuals put aside their differences and work towards a common goal. We must all support and encourage this initiative to ensure that peace is achieved in Plateau State.
Writen by: Associate Professor Elias Nankap Lamle. Center for Conflict Management and Peace Studies, University of Jos