The Institute of Governance and Social Research successfully carried out another activity titled “Support for Peace Clubs to organize Prevention of Violent Extremism (PVE) Activities” under the Safe School Initiative (specifically designed for secondary schools).
This activity is geared towards the Prevention of Violent Extremism for 20 secondary schools in the five LGAs (Kanam, Kanke, Pankshin, Mangu, Bokkos) in the Central Senatorial Zone of Plateau State. The Support for Peace Clubs activity was organised as a follow up to the establishment of IGSR Peace Clubs in the Central Senatorial Zone as part of the project titled “The Youth and Peaceful Coexistence in Community: The Plateau Case” Round II sponsored by Global Community Engagement and Resilience Fund (GCERF).
The IGSR Peace Club Activity in secondary schools took place from the 20th-24th of March, 2020 (a day for each LGA) for twenty (20) secondary schools in the Central Senatorial Zone (Bokkos, Mangu, Pankshin, Kanke, and Kanam) of Plateau State. The program is designed to empower and equip the secondary schools to organise Peace Club Activities towards the prevention of violent extremism and radicalisation.
The program comprised of lectures aimed at addressing some of the challenges faced by secondary school students in the different LGAs. Drug and substance abuse, conflict and peaceful coexistence, early marriage and sex education were some of the issues covered the lectures.
The lectures were delivered by skilled professionals in the areas of interest including experts from the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and Legal Professionals (members of the Nigerian Bar Association) who engaged the students in interactive presentations while addressing their various issues.
This was followed by interschool competitions in the form of debate/quiz between the participating schools in each LGA. At the end of the competitions (debate/quiz), the most outstanding schools were awarded trophies.
As part of IGSR’s support for peace clubs activities, the Institute and its partners GCERF donated over 1,900 Text books, (covering various subjects) and notebooks, and other learning materials such as Branded pens, T-Shirts, and other Information Education and Communication (IEC) materials to the 20 participating schools. The school materials were donated to facilitate the development of the students in the five LGAs of the Central Senatorial Zone of Plateau State.
The Senior Programme Officer (IGSR) Mr Samuel Emelis, stated the books were donated to strengthen the school libraries and to facilitate the organisation of future Peace Club activities in the schools. He urged the schools to be accountable and ensure they put the donated materials to good use.
Also in attendance in each LGA were representatives of Ministry of Education (Zonal and Area Directorates), Chairmen of the Local Government, Parent Teachers Association Chairpersons. They each appreciated the efforts of IGSR and its donors GCERF for their continuous efforts in preventing violent extremism in their LGAs and promoting peaceful coexistence in the communities.
The representative of Ministry of Education (Zonal Directorate Pankshin), Mr Levong Binbol commended the participating schools for their active participation in the peace club activities, he applauded their skill and knowledge in the subject area of their debate, stating it showed the diligence and discipline of the Peace Clubs.
Mr. Muhammad Sani Abba (NDLEA official) appreciated the students for their attentiveness and active participation throughout his presentation. He also urged them to abstain from the use of drugs and other substances as this was a vice that ruined the bright future of many.
At the end of the program, the teachers and students expressed their gratitude to IGSR and GCERF for organising such an impactful program and supporting their Schools and Peace Clubs. They promised to continue to hold Peace Club activities to engage, enlighten and equip the students towards the prevention of violent extremism.
The programme held as follows:
LGA
DATE
VENUE
Mangu LGA
20th March 2021
NUT Hall, Mangu, Mangu LGA.
Kanam LGA
22ndMarch 2021
Multi –Purpose Hall Dengi, Kanam LGA.
Kanke LGA
22ndMarch 2021
GSS Kabir Football Field, Kabir, Kanke LGA.
Pankshin LGA
23rd March 2021
Pankshin Youth Centre, Pankshin LGA.
Bokkos LGA
24th March 2021
Akiluwa Secondary School, Fakkos Bokkos LGA.
Below is the list of participating IGSR Peace Clubs Schools in Plateau State Central Senatorial Zone.
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Stakeholders from across Plateau State have issued a communiqué outlining key challenges and recommendations for addressing farmer-herder conflicts, criminality, and land disputes in the state.
The communiqué was released at the end of a two-day Multi-Level and Multi-Sectoral Roundtable on Sustainable Peace Infrastructure held at Novel Suites, Jos, from April 21 to 22, 2026.
The roundtable brought together government officials, traditional rulers, civil society organizations, security agencies, women and youth groups, as well as other critical actors to deliberate on strategies for strengthening peace and stability in Plateau State.
Focus on Dialogue and Sustainable Peace
Participants said the engagement provided a platform to examine the root causes of recurring conflicts and develop actionable strategies to promote peaceful coexistence.
The discussions, which included two panel sessions, explored issues around criminality, land disputes, and farmer-herder tensions, with emphasis on building trust, enhancing coordination, and strengthening existing peace structures.
Key Challenges Identified
In the communiqué, stakeholders highlighted several interconnected challenges fueling insecurity in the state.
Top among them were persistent security threats, including cattle rustling, kidnapping, illegal mining, and arms trafficking, as well as difficulties in identifying perpetrators, particularly alleged foreign elements.
They also pointed to weak law enforcement, limited trust between communities and security agencies, and operational challenges faced by security personnel.
Farmer-herder tensions were attributed to crop destruction, retaliatory attacks, underage grazing, and increasing competition over land and natural resources due to population growth.
Land-related conflicts, including land grabbing, poor documentation, displacement, and weak enforcement of land laws, were also identified as major drivers of violence.
Other concerns raised included governance gaps, lack of political will, inadequate identification systems, poverty, and limited access to modern agricultural practices.
Participants further decried the role of misinformation and unprofessional reporting in escalating tensions, as well as the impact of gender-based violence and the marginalization of women and vulnerable groups.
Stakeholders Proffer Solutions
To address these challenges, stakeholders called for strengthened security and justice systems through improved collaboration among security agencies, enhanced intelligence gathering, and the deployment of technology.
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On land governance, participants urged the government to enforce land laws, improve land documentation, and ensure fair resettlement processes for displaced communities.
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Stakeholders emphasized the need for inclusive governance, calling for the integration of herders into formal security structures and stronger collaboration between government and communities.
They also stressed the importance of responsible journalism and conflict-sensitive reporting, as well as the enforcement of laws addressing gender-based violence and the inclusion of women in peacebuilding efforts.
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The stakeholders reaffirmed their collective commitment to addressing the root causes of conflict and building resilient communities across Plateau State.
They urged the government to implement past recommendations, strengthen citizen engagement, improve population data systems, and facilitate the safe return of displaced persons.
The communiqué concluded with a call for sustained collaboration among all actors to ensure a peaceful, stable, and prosperous Plateau State.