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Traditional Leaders Trained in ADR to Boost Grassroots Justice, Peacebuilding in Plateau
A three-day capacity-building workshop aimed at equipping traditional leaders with collaborative and alternative dispute resolution (CDR/ADR) skills has been held in Jos, Plateau State.
The training, themed “Empowering Traditional Leaders for Sustainable Peace and Community Justice,” was organised by the Plateau MultiDoor Courthouse (PMDC) and the Tattaaunawa Roundtable Initiative (TRICentre), with support from the Government of Sweden to the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC). It brought together traditional rulers from six local government areas to strengthen their role in grassroots justice delivery, mediation, and peacebuilding.
In her opening address, Chairperson of the PMDC, Hon. Justice Nafisah Lawal, stressed the importance of empowering traditional institutions to complement the formal judicial system. She noted that the training would equip participants with the knowledge and skills needed to merge indigenous justice methods with modern ADR principles.
Speaking on behalf of the NRC, Programme Manager for the Jos office, Mr. Ephraim Hellandendu, urged communities to embrace ADR as a more accessible path to justice, reaffirming the NRC’s commitment to initiatives that empower local actors and foster social cohesion.
Goodwill messages were delivered by Bali D. Namank of the Plateau Peace Practitioners Network (PPPN), who encouraged traditional leaders to apply the lessons learned to strengthen community-based justice.
The workshop’s lead facilitator, Dr. Prince Charles Dickson, a council member of the PMDC, challenged participants to act as “peace architects” in their domains, noting that the sessions were designed not just as training, but as a call to action.
Over the three days, participants explored topics including the foundations of ADR, mediation skills, negotiation techniques, restorative justice, conflict analysis tools, and the role of culture in dispute resolution. Practical exercises, such as role plays, case studies, and a simulation of the Small Claims Court, enabled participants to apply the concepts learned.
The event ended with the presentation of certificates to the participants. Justice Lawal, in her closing remarks, commended their dedication and pledged the PMDC’s continued support for innovative, community-oriented justice systems in Plateau State.
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“Brazil Must Be Ready for Nigeria” — SSA Adeboye Hails Flamingos, Backs Girls for Historic World Cup Final
The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, Hon. Adeyinka Anthony Adeboye, has congratulated Nigeria’s Flamingos on their dramatic 1-0 victory over Venezuela in the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco, expressing confidence that the team can overcome Brazil and reach a historic final.
An 89th-minute penalty converted by A. Oduntan secured Nigeria’s semi-final ticket, extending the Flamingos’ winning streak to four matches following victories over Puerto Rico, North Korea and Mexico.
Adeboye, who recently travelled to Morocco to personally support the team, described the performance as another demonstration of the remarkable fighting spirit, discipline and determination of Nigeria’s young female footballers.
“These girls are too good! Their fighting spirit is exceptional, and what they have achieved so far deserves national recognition. They have shown that Nigerian football has a very bright future,” Adeboye stated.
Looking ahead to Wednesday’s semi-final against Brazil, the Presidential aide challenged the Flamingos to maintain their confidence and approach the encounter without fear.
“Brazil must be ready for Nigeria. We respect their football pedigree, but our girls have demonstrated that they can compete with the best. They are just one victory away from making history, and I strongly believe they can reach the final,” he added.
Adeboye commended head coach Hakeem Busari and his technical crew for the team’s remarkable recovery following their opening defeat to Poland.
He stressed that the Flamingos’ achievements reinforce the need for sustained investment in grassroots sports, particularly girls’ football, talent identification and structured youth development.
According to him, the forthcoming National Grassroots Sports Development Summit, scheduled for November 18–19 at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, will provide an important platform for strengthening opportunities for emerging Nigerian athletes.
“These girls represent the future we are working to build. We must create an environment where every talented Nigerian child can develop and succeed,” he said.
Adeboye urged Nigerians to rally behind the Flamingos as they pursue their first-ever World Cup final appearance.
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