NYPI BORNO STATE chapter

NIGERIAN YOUTH FOR PEACE INITIATIVE BORNO STATE CHAPTER (NYPI) IN COLLABORATION WITH KALERI YOUTH GROUP (KYG) COMMUNITY SENSITIZATION PROGRAM

Introduction
The program commenced with an introduction by all members, followed by an opening prayer. Welcome addresses were delivered by Hassana Mohammed Bunu, Chairperson of Borno Youth and Women Advocate Network, and AMB Ibrahim Mohammed, Chairman of Nigerian Youth For Peace Initiative.

Program Start-up
A goodwill message was delivered by a dignitary from Kaleri Ward, assuring 100% support for the program and its continuity. He emphasized the importance of promoting peace.

Presentations
1. Peace Building and Reconciliation: Saleh Hassan presented on the importance of peacebuilding, types of reconciliation, and the role of youth and stakeholders in building peace and prosperity.
2. Conflict Resolution Community (CRC): Lawan introduced the CRC initiative, highlighting its benefits and appreciating NYPI and KYG.

Panel Discussion
The panel discussion featured:
- AMB Ibrahim Mohammed
- Adama Ibrahim Izge
- Civilian JTF Leader of Kaleri Area
- Lawan of Kaleri
- Businessman
- Women Leader
- Youth Leader

Main discussion included:
- Community sensitization and awareness campaigns on conflict resolution
- Collaboration with community members and stakeholders
- Role of religious leaders in promoting peace
- Challenges faced by community leaders and businessmen

Conclusion
Closing remarks were made by Halima Yareema Muhammad, advising participants to apply their knowledge and participate actively in peacebuilding efforts. A vote of thanks was delivered by Bulama, appreciating KYG and NYPI for the program. AMB Ibrahim emphasized the importance of early reporting for prompt response. The program concluded with a closing prayer by the Chief Imam of Kaleri.

HAPPY NEW YEAR TO FELLOW PEACE PROMOTERS!

The Nigerian Youth for Peace and Initiative, Borno State Chapter, extends warmest wishes to the vibrant and resilient youth of Borno State for a happy new year filled with peace, progress, and prosperity.

As we step into this new year, we call on our peace advocates to intensify efforts in promoting peaceful coexistence, unity, and progress among Nigerians.

We also urge the government to prioritize youth empowerment through education, entrepreneurship, and skill acquisition.

Furthermore, we appeal to wealthy individuals, philanthropists, and organizations to support youth-led initiatives.

As we strive for a brighter future, we seek the guidance, wisdom, and prayers of our elderly.

Together, let's share a vision and determination for a more peaceful, progressive, and prosperous Nigeria.

Signed,
Amb. Ibrahim Mohammed
State Chairman, Nigerian Youth for Peace and Initiative, Borno State Chapter

NIGERIAN YOUTH FOR PEACE INITIATIVE BORNO STATE CHAPTER IN COLLABORATION WITH NATIONAL YOUTH COUNCIL OF NIGERIA BORNO STATE CHAPTER AND YOUTH ASSEMBLY OF NIGERIA BORNO STATE CHAPTER.

The Nigerian Youth for Peace Initiative Borno State Chapter host a programme Theme (The Coalition Of Borno State Youth Leaders For Peace, Unity And Prosperity) On 22nd February 2024.

The program aim to dialogue with all aggrieved youth factions within the State to broker a lasting peace accord that will foster reconciliation and cohesion amongst youths within the state with aim of creating a united and formidable youth movement that can tackle pertinent issues within the society.

Every generation is limited by what it knows, and we (youths) are responsible for the next leg of our journey—let us tap into the wisdom and experience of the elders to build on what they have done by adopting advancements that are in line with global best practices.

The youth represents a diverse pool of talents, ideas, and fresh perspectives that can breathe new life into borno state. Engaging young minds in decision-making processes can lead to innovative policy solutions and a departure from the conventional approaches that have sometimes hindered progress. Including youth in all discourse ensures that the voices of all segments of the population are heard, fostering an environment where solutions are driven by inclusivity and diversity among our youth leaders.

Key issues are Address with different forms of disadvantage, exclusion, and marginalisation young people face, including poverty, lack of employment among youth's, lack of quality education ranging from primary level to tertiary institutions, unsafe environments, lack of transparency, limited upportunies, lack of sufficient experience on innovation, poor healthcare and education, among others are discussed.

Leaders emphasise to set up and support platforms for youth to represent their voices and experiences and to partner with each other to work towards unity peace and prosperity together under a single umbrella.

Open channels and spaces for youth from across diverse backgrounds to work together and build a shared vision of a peaceful world; advocate for human rights and against violence in any form; strengthen capacities and skills of their peers; and advocate for youth and gender-inclusive peace negotiations and processes..

Develop equal partnerships with youth organisations to support youth-led and youth-owned peace initiatives as well as representation of young people in decision-making processes at all levels.

Create safe online and face-to-face spaces for youth to work together, learn from each other, and receive support and training from peers and more senior experts. This should include access to mental health support to help them deal with any trauma they may have.

Support the change in the mindset of authorities and gatekeepers to alter our perception and treatment of young people. Strengthen capacities to our youth's so that critical international policies are operationalised internationally, nationally and locally to support local populations.

However, the tendency to ignore youth and to consider the younger generations as prone to violence and radicalisation has presented unique challenges to youth inclusivity in peace processes and requires tailored pathways for change. By not investing sufficiently in young people’s agency in peace and unity processes and beyond, the Borno state is missing out on a significant ‘peace among our youth's and we can challenge that together if we work together.

Director Media and Publicity
NYPI BORNO STATE chapter

HIGHLIGHT OF THE TWO DAYS YOUTH DIALOGUE ON PEACE BUILDING AND REINTEGRATION:
ORGANIZES BY

Borno State Government, Center for Humanitarian Aid and Empowerment(PACHE) in Partnership with British Council in Collaboration with Nigerian Youth for Peace Initiative(NYPI) Borno State Chapter, Dala Youth Development Association and Moduganari Community Development Association.

On the first Day of the Program on the 7/2/2024, the Program has began with Dala Youth Development Community in the presence of the members of the Association, members of the community, the Bulama, the Pastor, the chief Imam, representative of Commissioner of Police, the DPO of Ngomari, the hunters, the Civilian JTF, women leaders and Youth of the area.

The program begins with opening prayers and self Introduction by the members of the High Table, Aliyu Mohammed Tong from Maisandari Youth for Peace gave the overview of the program as well as the aims and objectives of Organizing the Program. In her Presentation Aishatu Ibrahim Kida from Maisandari Youth for Peace dwell extensively on what is Peace and its important in the society, she specifically call on parents to do more in terms of decipiline their children because peace begin at family level.
good will message was given by the Bulama and Chairman of Dala Youth Development Association in which they both appreciate the organizers for considering their area for the Program. During the plenary Discussion, the floor was open for the members of the community to express their challenges, associated problems that brings down the effort on Peace development of the area as well as the solutions to the problems highlighted. A lot of questions were raised but mostly centered on the rate of Rubbery, GBV related cases, Drugs abuse, Unemployment, Healthcare Center and School. In his speech the Chief Imam of the area call on unity while on their part they would intensity prayers, the Pastor on his speech call on parents to always look on their children. Member of the Civilian JTF and Hunters call on the support from the community and the Security Agencies. On his speech the Representative of Commissioners of Police call on the community to always report crime cases and advice for community security meeting from time to time. Womens group complain on the lack of empowerment. In his votes of thanks, the Secretary General of Nigerian Youth for Peace Initiative NYPI Borno State Comrade Saleh Hassan appreciate the effort of PACHE and British Council for coming with this important program also dwell extensively on the need for community to always respect their traditional rulers as they have key role to play in maintaining peace and unity in society. The Program ended up with closing prayers and a group photograph.

On the second day of the Program which took place at Moduganari Primary school in Collaboration with Moduganari Youth for Community Development on the 8/2/2023.
Follow same protocol like that of Dala Community but this have representative from Nigerian Security and Civil Defence NSCDC and Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development as well as Ministry of Youth and sport and National Union of Borno State Students NUBOS. In his Welcome address Aliyu Tong enumerated the aims and objectives of Organizing the Program.

Presentation was made by Barrister habiba from Maisandari Youth for Peace give out in details the significance of peace in the society and she address the need for mediation and Dialogue, and settle the issue of communication barrier, During the interactive Sessions Moduganari Community raises a lot of security challenges but mostly identify lack of employment and Empowerment drive as a major cause of the problem, Nana Aisha from Nigerian Youth for Peace Initiative NYPI Borno State call on the need for creating awareness to the women on how to handle their children, Abdulmumin Bulama Youth Leader of Moduganari call on parents to give moral decipiline to their children while appreciating the effort of State Government for training more than 50 people on different sectors of Skills acquisition on Tailoring, ICT and Plumbing to Youth of Maisandari. DSP Bulama former Chairman of BOTMA calling on the establishment of Skills acquisition center in Moduganari. Other people in attendance say a lot on Peace but mostly centered on empowerment. In his vote of Thanks, the chairman of Moduganari Youth for Community Development Mohammed K. Lawan Kareto appreciate the presence of distinguish invitees and he promise to do everything possible to see Moduganari Community is developing to the expected level. The Program end with closing prayer and group photograph.

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Secretary General of Nigerian Youth for Peace Initiative NYPI

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HIGHLIGHT OF THE FIRST EXECUTIVE MEETING OF NIGERIAN YOUTH FOR PEACE INITIATIVE (NYPI) BORNO STATE CHAPTER.

Earlier on today, Nigeria Youth For Peace Initiative Borno State Chapter held its first at Garba Mulima House, along Gidan Madara.

The Director of Special Duty welcomes all the members present at the meeting and emphasised them to maintain the spirit of activeness in participation of our upcoming programs, , it is our collective efforts to work for the betterment of our communities and move our organisation to higher pedestrian where peace and tranquillity reign.

The Chairman of NYPI Amb Ibrahim Mohammed revealed the proposed 2024 Project and highlight on the upcoming project ranging from Peace building, Dialogue and Workshops.

Issues have been given floor to the members to address in regards to the current administration of NYPI, a lot of opinions and views are raised from the members that are upportuned to attend the meeting, Most of the opinions centered on cooperation and unity among the members as well as respect for the Constitution and ethical values of NYPI. Also, some members suggest on the diversification of the Program of NYPI ranging from GBV, Climate Action, Education, Agricultural, etc to ensure more participation in humanitarian aspects in the state.

He discussed on partnership, at the moment NYPI is preparing to have partnership with UNDP, Plan International, ActionAid and is going to partner with local organizations in the state to ensure NYPI reach out to larger audience in the state.

One of the participants, Auwal Muhammad, called on each and everyone to do more and participate in various programmes of NYPI and also endeavor to respect the organization manifest.

The vice chairman of the organisation unveiled some new portfolios of 2024, In which Comrade Saleh Hassan have moved from Director Media and Publicity to Assistant Secretary General. In the same vien the chairman announced the resignation of Secretary General and Chief of Staff to the organisation due to some circumstancial reason's.

The organizing secretary appreciate the presence of each and everyone that attended the meeting and make a remark on resilience and cooperation among the members to ensure sustainable development.

Media and Publicity Team, NYPI Borno State Chapter.

Nigerian Youth For Peace Initiative Borno State Chapter Season Greetings 🙏

Happy new year to all the humanitarian actor's of this honourable house, Wish you all a meritorious and a wonderful year ahead. We pray that Almighty God preserve us to witness more years and have good ending, may we achieve our goals in this new year and have a good humanitarian achievement.

Indeed service to humanity is service to God, I want us to be with one another, by one another to uplift this organisation that aim at serving humanity. I wish us a prosperous year ahead full of achievement in this sector.

Happy new year once again 🙏

Muhammad Zannah Bula.........

NIGERIAN YOUTH FOR PEACE INITIATIVE (NYPI) BORNO STATE CHAPTER.

~ End of the year appreciation message.

The management of the above mentioned Initiative wishes to express its sincere gratitude and appreciations to the general public for their immense contributions toward the development and progress of the Initiative.

Special appreciation also goes to the Initiative.

1- State Adviser
Prof. Muhammed Laminu Mele

2- State Patron
Amb. Mohammed Adam Abdullahi

3- State Legal Adviser
Barr. Bukar Kabure Korede

4- All State Peace Ambassadors

5- Resources Person's
- Comr Mahmud Mohammad
-Amb. Ahmed Shehu
- Iliyasu Usman
- Abubakar Suleiman
- Babashehu
- Abdullahi Idi Garba

6- National President of NYPI
Aminu Umar Muhammad

7- Both Executives and Members of NYPI BORNO STATE CHAPTER

As we conclude a year marked by significant achievements and progress, NYPI proud to be part of this extraordinary team. Each of you has played a crucial role in our journey, and it is your dedication that has propelled us to new heights.

As we bid farewell to a year of extraordinary achievements, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to each of you. Your hard work, creativity, and commitment have been instrumental in our success. As we step into the new year, we do so with a strong foundation and an unwavering focus on our future goals. Thank you all.

*Signed by:*
Cmrd Abdulkarim Isa Abbakyari
NYPI Media and Publicity.

*For:*
Amb. Ibrahim Mohammed
NYPI State Chairman.

The Nigerian Youth for Peace Initiative Borno State Chapter.

Wishes you Happy Christmas to all christian brother's and sisters in this honourable house, and May this day bring favor and blessings to you all, remain blessed as you enjoy your Christmas and happy new year in advance 👏🏻

Thank you, People of Gomboru Maiduguri Borno State