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  • Miller Williams appointed as head of publishing at emPawa Africa

    Miller Williams appointed as head of publishing at emPawa Africa

    emPawa Africa, one of Africa’s leading independent music companies, is excited to announce the appointment of Miller Williams as its new Head of Publishing.

    Miller brings over two decades of publishing and A&R experience to the role. Most recently, he served as Senior Vice President of Creative at Kobalt Music, where he oversaw songwriter services, led catalogue acquisitions, and drove creative development.

    He worked closely with Kobalt’s sync teams to help position writers globally and spearheaded significant writer successes in the K-pop market. He also led international collaborations to extend the global reach of Kobalt’s catalogue.

    Before Kobalt, Miller helped launch and grow Global Talent Publishing into one of the UK’s most respected independents. His career also includes senior A&R and creative roles at Sony ATV UK, BMG Records UK, PWL Records UK, and time in Nashville with Terrace Music.

    Commenting on the appointment, emPawa founder Oluwatosin “Mr Eazi” Ajibade said, “We are thrilled to welcome Miller to emPawa Africa. His wealth of expertise and global network will strengthen our vision to put African music creators on the world stage while ensuring they receive the value and recognition they deserve.”

    As Head of Publishing, Miller will drive emPawa’s Publishing strategy across Africa and internationally, focusing on catalogue growth song songwriting.

  • How Jindu Peter Elueze is bridging human, animal welfare from Chicago to Nigeria

    How Jindu Peter Elueze is bridging human, animal welfare from Chicago to Nigeria

    He started by talking about pets on the radio in Lagos. Today, Jindu Peter Elueze is leading Paw Salvation, a global movement that has touched lives from the streets of Chicago to communities in Nigeria, proving that animal welfare and human dignity are inseparable.

    Founded over a decade ago, Paw Salvation began as a conversation on compassion and has grown into structured programs that provide free food, microchipping, and healthcare for homeless individuals and their pets. “What started as a radio discussion turned into a blueprint for how empathy could change communities,” Elueze said.

    Elueze’s experiences in both Nigeria and the United States shaped the organization’s dual focus. In Nigeria, he saw pets treated as accessories, while in Chicago, he witnessed the deep bond between homeless individuals and their only companions, their pets. “When we act from empathy, we heal both sides of the bond, human and animal,” he explained.

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    With animal welfare still an emerging issue in Nigeria, Paw Salvation is introducing new approaches that link pet care to public health and community development. Initiatives include mobile clinics, vaccination drives, food pantries, and adoption programs. By serving humans and animals together, the foundation seeks to shift perceptions and build sustainable change.

    Elueze’s work has earned him honors such as “Making Chicago Proud” and “American Hero”. But for him, these awards serve as reminders of the deeper mission. “Purpose will give you joy, pain will give you depth, and perseverance will give you impact,” he said. “I carry these recognitions not as personal glory but as proof that kindness, when consistent, can change lives.”

    Now preparing for the next phase of Paw Salvation’s expansion in Nigeria, Elueze hopes to redefine how Africa approaches animal welfare. His vision is simple but ambitious: a continent where the dignity of people and the wellbeing of their pets are seen as interconnected.

    “Paw Salvation changed the way Africa treats its animals and the people who love them,” he reflected. “That’s the legacy I want us to leave.”

  • Abuja writers pay courtesy visit to U.S. ambassador, donate books

    Abuja writers pay courtesy visit to U.S. ambassador, donate books

    As part of its ongoing efforts to extend its impact within the Abuja community, the Association of Nigerian Authors (ANA), Abuja Chapter, paid a courtesy visit to the United States Ambassador to Nigeria, His Excellency Richard Mills Jr.

    The visit, which took place at the official residence of the Ambassador, was led by Chukwudi Eze, Chairman of ANA Abuja. He was accompanied by Professor Razinat Mohammed of the University of Abuja and the Chapter Secretary, Qasim Uthman. The delegation engaged the ambassador in lively conversations over tea, on issues such as the importance of the theatre and the written and spoken word in shaping human progress.

    Eze informed the ambassador about the legacy and dynamic position of the Association of Nigerian Authors within the global literary space. He said that ANA was founded in 1981 by eminent Nigerian scholars, led by the late literary giant Chinua Achebe, and that it is Africa’s foremost literary body. He emphasized ANA’s eminent reach, citing Nobel Laureate Wole Soyinka, Professor Femi Osofisan, and many other renowned writers who have contributed immensely to global literature.

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    In his response, Ambassador Mills expressed admiration for Nigeria’s dynamic literary space. He lauded ANA’s commitment to promoting a love for literature, advancing creative expressions, and using storytelling as a tool for cross-cultural understanding and human progress; particularly in the areas of youth engagement and gender inclusivity. He also stressed the importance of literature to transcend borders and enhance global conversations around shared values.

    Reflecting further on ANA Abuja’s journey so far, Eze noted that the chapter had consistently provided platforms for literary dialogue, including hosting readings, workshops, and collaborations, which had helped individuals to get published. The chapter, he said, had welcomed eminent literary figures as guest authors to its monthly Reading and Writers Dialogue events, including the renowned poet, Odia Ofeimun; US-based scholar, Professor Tanure Ojaide; and even former President Olusegun Obasanjo. He told him that ANA Abuja had also featured other prominent voices in Nigerian literature, like Dike Chukwumerije, Abubakar Adam Ibrahim, and the prodigious thirteen years old, Adelaja twins.

    At the end of their visit, the ANA chairman presented the ambassador a gift of books authored by ANA Abuja members.

  • I’ve been in music for about 22 years

    I’ve been in music for about 22 years

    For over 22 years, Ibrahim Olayiwola has been chasing his dream of becoming and holding a name in the Nigerian music industry. From the view of interest, deep passion, inspirations were gotten from his mentor 2Face Idibia, the singer believes his time is near. In this interview, he opens up about his struggles, his inspirations, and his plans for the future. He speaks to Boluwatife Owolabi.

    Can we meet you?

    MY name is Ibrahim Olayiwola. People call me Small Face because of my small stature. I’ve been in the music industry for over 23 years now. When I started, I thought I would “blow” quickly, but it has taken a longer time. Still, I’ve kept going because music is my life.

    What type of music do you do?

    I started with reggae, R&B, and hip-hop, but over time, I blended into Afrobeats because I wanted to make my music more commercial. I also write all my lyrics myself.

    Have you performed on stage before?

    Yes, I’ve performed at different occasions. Sometimes artists call me to perform at their launch or listening party, and I support them. I’ve done that many times, even though I haven’t launched my own album yet.

    Who inspired you to do music?

    Back then, I loved listening to plantation voice. 2Face has always been my mentor and inspiration. I used to buy all his albums as it comes out and I listen to his songs a lot in order to build myself. His style shaped me.

    How has the journey been so far?

    It has not been easy at all. I’ve been recording for about 15–17 years, always in the studio, but I don’t have support. Money has really been a challenge. I even shot some videos but couldn’t promote them properly because of financial constraints.

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    Can you tell us about your music videos?

    The first video I shot was in 2018, a song titled 4:30. Then in 2021, I shot another one titled Booty Vibration. Both are on YouTube, but because of lack of promotion, they didn’t really go far. Right now, I have more than 20 demos and currently, I’m working on promoting a new track titled “Jegboro”, which I recorded in 2022. That’s the single I want to push before dropping my EP which is about 6 tracks.

    What is the title of your upcoming album?

    The album will be titled “Jegboro”. It’s a Yoruba phrase that means a lot to me. I grew up hearing it on the street, and it represents survival of  hustlers on the street.

    How do you finance your music career?

    I once worked at Zenith Bank at Yabatech. During my time there, I told them I was an artist, and surprisingly, they supported me. Some colleagues even helped me financially when I wanted to shoot my first video. I also rely on friends, dancers, and my producer to collaborate and support me when I’m working on projects.

    Do you use social media to promote your music?

    Not yet fully. I lost my phone, so I haven’t opened a TikTok or any other social media account. But I plan to do that as part of restructuring myself for a stronger comeback.

    Looking back, what keeps you going despite the challenges?

    Passion. I believe my time will come. I know once my own moment arrives, people will support me the way I’ve supported others.

  • Mukoma Ngugi storms Lagos for Quramo festival

    Mukoma Ngugi storms Lagos for Quramo festival

    THEMED ‘A Brave New World’ National healing panel discusses ‘961 Days, Brothers at War – Never Again: The Nigerian Civil War’. Quramo Publishers, organisers of Quramo Festival of Words (QFest 2025), is proud to announce the 9th edition of the annual festival that continues to shape minds and expound the boundaries of thought and creative expressions. This year the festival will take place from October 2—5, 2025 at its dedicated venue, Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos. The 4-day cultural fiesta has ‘A Brave New World’ as them, and will feature a tantalising bouquet of inspiring conversations, book chats, spoken word slam, workshops and film shows.

    The Kenyan-American writer and son of Ngugi wa Thiong’o, Dr. Mukoma Ngugi of Cornel University, New York, will headline the cultural showpiece, as he will hold a Masterclass workshop in writing and feature in QFest’s ‘Up Close and Personal’ no-holds-bared conversation. Mukoma is Associate Professor of Literatures in English at Cornel University, New York. It will be recalled that one of Africa’s literary and cultural patriarchs and his father, Prof. Ngugi wa Thiong’o joined his ancestors a few months ago. Bringing his son to Nigeria is QFest’s unique way of honouring the departed cultural icon. Mukoma will handle a masterclass on writing.

    Also, ace actress Joke Silva will feature in this year’s Q-Conversation, a significant aspect of the QFest that delves into the personal and professional life of a major creative the way fans have never seen before.

    Festival Convener and Quramo Publishers’ boss, Mrs. Gbemi Shasore, expressed delight at how far QFest has come in its remarkable journey in contributing to enlivening Nigeria’s cultural landscape with its impactful programming and array of resource persons, be they workshop facilitators, panel members or keynote speakers and the amazing, ever resilient  and engaging audience.

    “At QFest we give primacy to the word, as our ever versatile creatives give expression to them to energise our cultural space,” Gbemi Shasore said, as she heads to Algiers, Algeria to attend the CANEX Prize for Publishing in Africa 2025 with the shortlist of the novel, Dear Zimi by Chizeterem Chijoke, from her stable. “This year is remarkable for Quramo Festival of Words, as our festival is bringing a big fish, Kenyan-American, Prof. Mukoma wa Ngugi, to Nigeria to join other notable cultural workers on the home turf to shed light on some weighty subjects. I’m particularly thrilled that we have taken a bold initiative to look at a certain tricky, lingering aspect of Nigeria’s socio-political life: This year’s advocacy panel of national and even global dimension is carefully curated to kick-start a national healing discourse and process. Tagged ‘961 Days, Brothers at War – Never Again: The Nigerian Civil War’, it’s our firm belief that it’s about time Nigeria healed from that open wound, so we can all find both closure, healing and true nationhood. That is why we will adopt it as an advocacy project and we will take it to the highest level of our political space beyond the incisive conversations at the festival. It is our modest hope that Nigeria will bloom after our modest efforts.

    “Ar QFest we believe in the power of words to bring healing; they’re therapeutic, and we want the words we speak to bring about the reconciliation we need to set our country in the right path. Our panel members understand the importance of this and have written books that extol the similarities in diversity rather than the differences inherent in us and how we can use them to form personal relationships and national cohesion. Our goal is to deploy the power of words to fashion for ourselves a better country that is united in the singular purpose of leaving behind a true nation for the generations to come.

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    “Of course, QFest is known for its eclectic programming. We invite lovers of culture, everyone, to come have a banquet of ideas and fun with us, from film shows to book chats, panel discussions and keynote speeches by seasoned professionals. We hope that our Quramo Writers Prize (QWP 2025) will also throw up a spellbinding manuscript and we will reward the writer with N1 million and also publish it the way we did to Chijoke’s Dear Zimi. Keep a date with us and we promise to take you on a cultural journey you won’t forget in a hurry.”

    This nationalistic conversation will feature heavy weight writers like war historians Dr. Akintunde Akinwumi and Max Siollun, Editorial Board Chairman of The Nation newspaper, Mr. Sam Omatseye  Prof. Dul Johnson of the University of Jos, poet and playwright Malam Denja Abdullahi, Chigozie Obioma, lawyer and prize-winning poet Tade Ipadeola, among others. Notably, both recent and old fictional and non-fictional books on the Nigeria Civil War will be exhibited for the patronage delight of festival attendees.

    QFest 2025 will kick off with an interesting array of workshops on literary excellence and film technics that will be delivered by masters of these cultural crafts. Veteran filmmaker Fidelis Duker, Oyin Talabi, novelist Dele Sijuade, Oriyomi Adebare, Obafeyikemi, Kenya’s cultural journalist, publisher of African Literature Blog and a regular feature at QFest Mr. James Murua and the Irish poet Stephen James Smith will engage young creatives in masterclasses in film, culture appreciation and poetry to help them horn their budding skills.

    Also, some of the exciting programmes at QFest 2025 include critical conversations on the knotty issue of distribution of Nigerian films and the shrinking global platforms to be curated by International Documentary Film Festival (iREP), migration and displacement with such interesting books as Ndidi Chiazor-Enenmor, Silva Nze Ifedigbo and Samuel Monye, books that address ‘japa’ syndrome. Children’s writing also occupy a special place with ‘Leaving a Legacy: Raising a Generation’ that tackle issues of child-appropriate books and who is writing and publishing them. Prize winner Olubunmi Familoni is joined by Chiazor-Enenmor, Ayo Oyeku, Henry Akubuiro and Jesutofunmi Fekoya to lead the charge. and There’s also a book chat on speculative African stories with writers such as Mazi Nwonwu, Umar Abubakar Sidi and Dele Sijuade in conversation.

  • The Masses

    The Masses

    How astonishingly disturbing it is!

    How despicably the scare registers

    It is almost bursting my brain,

    Nearly tearing it to pieces

    It is like a scourge in the air

    So dingy and pillared on crag

    Smelling awfully bad; congealed.

    And yet no one can stand it

    Even when I look beyond it,

    Stretching my neck so far afield

    Ah! What do I see?

    See, you say-

    Nothing; I see nothing so precise

    In the distance is a yawning space

    Filled only with noisy rancorous group of people.

    People drooping and groping endlessly

    So confused in themselves.

    Now, clapping, gasping and gyrating

    to the nuances of life,

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    They can only laugh in screeching undertone

    Some kind of ugly, bitter hilarious rancour

    So nebulous that I stop to stare.

    They are far gone now, still confused

    Clapping, gasping and gyrating

    ‘Cos they know not what they do

    With the future so bleak and brash

    It is all a long-drawn abracadabra caught

    deep and square; like a cocoon of

    endless yawning confusion; those deprived

    Depicting the Nigerian masses enmeshed

    In this whirlwind of forward never, backward ever.

  • Veteran painter: Two decades of excellence in every brush stroke

    Veteran painter: Two decades of excellence in every brush stroke

    By Boluwatife Owolabi

    With more than 20 years of experience in the world of painting, veteran artist Adeyemi Austine has explored different forms of art like cultural, abstract and many more while maintaining quality, creativity, and durability in his works. In this interview, he speaks about his journey, methods, and inspirations.

    How long have you been in the painting business?

    I have been in the painting business for more than two decades.

    What types of paintings have you worked on?

    I have worked on many forms of art such as portrait paintings, abstract paintings, landscape designs, and cultural paintings.

    How do you prepare surfaces before painting?

    I prepare by mixing emulsion paint and glue to get the surface ready.

    How do you manage your time and meet deadlines on painting projects?

    I always give customers enough time so that I can meet deadlines without rushing.

    How do you ensure the quality and durability of your painting work?

    By using quality oil colours, especially Winsor and Newton materials, including drying oil coating.

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    How do you handle situations where you need to correct mistakes after the painting has dried?

    I simply reapply more colours where necessary.

    How do you go about paintings that do not sit well with the surface?

    I allow the first coat to dry before reapplying.

    How do you handle the disposal of paint and other materials?

    After use, I pack them properly in a suitable condition. To me, no artwork is useless.

    How do you deal with large projects, logistics and all?

    I approach them promptly with the same methodology as other professions.

    Can we see some of your artworks?

  • ANA 2025: Udenta tackles writers and urgencies of nation-state

    ANA 2025: Udenta tackles writers and urgencies of nation-state

    By Wole Adedoyin

    The Association of Nigerian Authors (ANA) has officially announced Professor Udenta O. Udenta as the Keynote Speaker for its forthcoming 44th Annual International Convention. The event, which remains the biggest continental annual literary gathering, will hold from Thursday, October 30th to Sunday, November 2nd, 2025.

    This year’s convention theme is “The Nigerian Writer and the Urgencies of the Nation-State.”

    In a press statement signed by the General Secretary of ANA, Dame Joan Oji the choice of Udenta was described as deliberate and timely, considering his outstanding contributions to literature, cultural studies, public policy, and civil rights advocacy in Nigeria and beyond. His keynote address is expected to set the tone for critical engagements at the convention.

    He is a renowned scholar of African and comparative literature, cultural studies, and aesthetic theory. He currently serves as Professor of Cultural Studies and Creative Writing as well as the Director General of the African Writers Institute, Abuja. His wealth of academic, literary, and policy experience places him among Nigeria’s most distinguished intellectuals.

    Rising to prominence as a Senior Research Fellow in African Studies and Senior Lecturer at the School of Humanities, Abia State University, Uturu in 1996, Udenta’s career has been marked by rigorous scholarship and international exposure. Between 2001 and 2008, he undertook specialized training across institutions in the UK, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, South Africa, and the United States, where he gained expertise in early warning conflict indicators, restorative justice, alternative dispute resolution, and post-conflict reconstruction strategies.

    A prolific writer, he has authored and edited over 21 books and presented more than 100 scholarly papers at national and international fora. His works include groundbreaking studies such as “Crisis of Theory in Contemporary Nigerian Literature and the Possibilities of New Materialist Direction”, “Revolutionary Aesthetics and the African Literary Process”, and “Heroism and Critical Consciousness in African Literature.” His six-volume collection of fiction, drama, poetry, philosophy, and cultural essays underscores his versatility as a creative and intellectual powerhouse.

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    Beyond academia, Udenta has served as Director of Strategy and Communications at the Centre for Alternative Policy Perspectives and Strategy (CAPPS) and as a Distinguished Fellow of the Abuja School of Social and Political Thought. He has also consulted for global development and policy institutions such as the World Bank, DFID, UNDP, EU Nigeria Mission, and USAID on democracy, culture, conflict mitigation, and capacity building.

    A committed democrat and civil rights activist, he played a leading role during the resistance against General Sani Abacha’s military dictatorship. As a member of the Eastern Mandate Union (EMU) and the National Democratic Coalition (NADECO), he endured several arrests and detentions for his pro-democracy stance. His resilience culminated in his release in 1998 after the death of General Abacha, after which he became the National Secretary of the Alliance for Democracy (AD) during Nigeria’s return to civilian rule.

    His influence has also been global. with him addressing major institutions in Washington DC, including the National Endowment for Democracy (NED), International Republican Institute (IRI), International Foundation for Election Systems (IFES), and the National Democratic Institute (NDI). These platforms enabled him to share insights on democracy, leadership, and policy at international levels.

    The Association of Nigerian Authors has assured that the 44th convention will be an intellectually stimulating event, bringing together writers, scholars, cultural workers, and stakeholders from across Nigeria and Africa. With him delivering the keynote, the literary community eagerly anticipates robust discussions on the intersection of literature, national crises, and the role of the writer in shaping the future of the nation-state.

  • Dabiri-Erewa hails Gbolahan Macjob’s film Ireke

    Dabiri-Erewa hails Gbolahan Macjob’s film Ireke

    Chairman and CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has commended Nigerian international broadcaster and producer, Gbolahan Macjob, for the groundbreaking global success of his film, Ireke.

    In a statement issued by NIDCOM spokesperson, Abdur-Rahman Balogun, Dabiri-Erewa described the achievement as a remarkable milestone for Nigeria, noting that Ireke: Rise of the Maroons has set multiple international records for a Nigerian local language film.

    The epic production, which tells the untold story of African slave rebellion in the Caribbean, has been hailed worldwide for bringing often-neglected African and Nigerian history to a global audience. 

    According to Dabiri-Erewa, the movie has transcended diaspora viewership, captivating Caribbean communities, white British audiences, and international film lovers across various regions.

    The NIDCOM boss lauded the film’s outstanding viewing records, describing Macjob as a multi-talented creative whose roots and training in Abeokuta, Ogun State, remain central to his success. 

    She highlighted that Macjob, a Mass Communications graduate of Moshood Abiola Polytechnic and an Emmy-nominated senior journalist with the BBC World Service, has consistently used his skills to promote Nigeria’s image abroad while supporting talent development at home through training initiatives and donations.

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    Dabiri-Erewa reaffirmed NIDCOM’s commitment to supporting Nigerians in the diaspora, stressing that Macjob exemplifies the synergy between homegrown talent and international exposure. 

    She said the release of Ireke reflects Nigeria’s rising global influence, assuring that the commission will continue to collaborate with diaspora talents to shape international narratives about Nigeria and empower young Nigerians with globally competitive skills.

    Ireke has already made history as the first Nigerian local language film to premiere at the Cannes Film Festival, the Nollywood film with the longest and largest screening in the United Kingdom, and the first to hold a simultaneous worldwide premiere in London, Lagos, and Abeokuta. 

    It also became the only Nollywood film to host a press screening ahead of its official premiere.

    With major screenings scheduled in Canada, the film continues to build momentum as one of the most internationally celebrated Nigerian productions to date.

  • PIND Arts and Culture initiative strengthens peace-building across Niger Delta communities

    PIND Arts and Culture initiative strengthens peace-building across Niger Delta communities

    Communities across Bayelsa and Delta States are embracing arts and culture as tools for peacebuilding, following a weeklong series of Arts and Culture-Based Inter-Communal Solidarity events organized by the Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND) from August 18 to 23, 2025.

    The initiative created inclusive spaces for dialogue and cultural exchange, enabling communities to confront shared challenges such as oil bunkering, artisanal refining, and cult-related violence—persistent issues that undermine peace and stability in the region.

    Speaking at the event in Brass Local Government Area, Bayelsa State, Dr. David Udofia, PIND’s Peacebuilding Manager, representing the Executive Director, Sam Ogbemi Daibo, explained the program’s focus.

    “The central objective is to utilise art and culture as unifiers and peacebuilding tools to address violence and criminality in Bayelsa and Delta communities,” he said, noting that the project also supports communities in addressing root causes of conflicts, social exclusion, unemployment, and environmental degradation—factors that often fuel unrest.

    Over 2,200 people participated across 10 communities in Delta and Bayelsa States. In Delta, participants came from Ohoro and Agbarha (Ughelli North LGA), Ovwian and Otor-Udu (Udu LGA). In Bayelsa, the communities involved included Etieama, Agbakabiriyai, Igbeta Ewoama, and Akakukama (Nembe LGA), Igbomotoro and Opuama (Southern Ijaw LGA), and Kotikiri, Kongho, and Odioma (Brass LGA).

    The events featured music, drama, dance, and symbolic unity ceremonies, fostering reconciliation and offering alternatives to violence. Communities were encouraged to use dialogue platforms and joint problem-solving to prevent conflict.

    Udofia emphasized the power of arts and culture in promoting inclusivity.

    “These approaches have proven effective in building trust, especially for women, youth, and other groups that are often excluded,” he said, adding that this year’s edition was designed to deepen the impact of earlier activities.

    The initiative is part of the “Community-Centered Approach to Transforming Criminality and Violence” project, which is funded by the European Union and implemented with Search for Common Ground (SFCG) and Stakeholder Democracy Network (SDN).

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    Local leaders welcomed the programme as timely and impactful. Sunday Oto Ikpoki, Chairman of Odioma Kingdom Council of Chiefs, praised the initiative for enabling communities to take ownership of peace.

    “Using our cultural heritage to preach peace is a very thoughtful initiative,” he said. “We are now more conscious of what happens in our communities and are working with security agents to stop anything that could lead to conflict.”

    By celebrating heritage while promoting collective problem-solving, PIND’s Arts and Culture initiative has emerged as a practical model for peacebuilding in fragile contexts.

    The project continues to unite diverse voices—youth, women, traditional leaders, and security actors—while laying a foundation for lasting peace across the Niger Delta.