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The Founder, Amb. Abdullahi Omaki at the SCDDD & Stimson Centre’s Africa Regional Conference

AOCPIN urges stakeholders to address violence against women, girls

Abdullahi Omaki Community Peace Initiatives Network (AOCPIN), has called called on stakeholders to join forces to address the global pandemic of violence against women and girls.

AOCPIN, stated this in a statement issued yesterday by Amb. Abdullahi .A Omaki, Founder/ Executive Vice Chairman.

It said, at the end of 16 days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, governments, civil society, women’s organizations, young people, the private sector, media, and the global community should join forces.

“As we mark the crucial period of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, I am compelled to reach out and emphasize the importance of our collective commitment to this cause.”

The statement said the 16 days of activism themed “UNITE! Invest to Prevent Violence against Women & Girls”, was a wake up call to address challenges.

“Starting from November 25th, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, to December 10th being the Human Rights Day, is a global campaign that seeks to unite individuals and organizations. This concerted action is a poignant reminder that gender-based violence is a pervasive issue that knows no boundaries and affects people from all walks of life.

“This annual campaign is a call to action, urging us to stand in solidarity against all forms of violence directed at women and girls. It is an opportunity to raise awareness, challenge societal norms, and advocate for meaningful change. We must use this period not only to shed light on the prevalence of gender-based violence but also to foster dialogue, education, and concrete actions that contribute to its eradication.

“Each one of us has a crucial role to play in dismantling the structures that perpetuate gender-based violence. By speaking out, educating ourselves and others, uniting our efforts to support survivors, and holding perpetrators accountable, we can collectively create a world where everyone is treated with dignity, respect, and equity.

“Let us seize this moment, to reflect on our own roles, both individually and collectively, in promoting a culture of zero tolerance for gender-based violence. Through our joint efforts, we can contribute to building a safer, more just world for everyone.

“May these 16 Days of Activism serve as a catalyst for positive change and inspire ongoing commitment to the cause for a fight against the 16days against gender based silent.”

Compliments of the Season from the Chairman of the Board of Trustees of AOCPIN

On behalf of the members of the Board and staff of Community Peace Initiatives Network, I am pleased to convey seasonal greetings to All Nigerians as we come to the end of 2023 to begin, by the special grace of the Almighty Allah, the year 2024. In the next few hours our Christian brothers and sisters will celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. We convey our sincere felicitations with them and pray that all of us, irrespective of our faiths, should continue to hang together with one another, in love, hope and joy, as we are definitely better in one spirit of togetherness.

As we match into the year 2024, we pray to the most High, for His continuing protection and guidance of mankind, and for us in Nigeria, to overcome the multitudes of challenges that, as a country and people continue to face us. We need peace in our country, beginning from our communities to enable our country experience the stability needed for developments, and prosperity of our peoples and nation. We also pray for our leaders (Federal, State and Local ) to be properly guided to provide good governance in a just and equitable manner as these constitute core foundations for harmony and unity in our country, for
prosperity to take roots and be the enduring basis for a truly happy year 2024 and beyond.

From all of us at AOCPIN, we wish you all a happy holiday season!

Malam Lawal Garba
Chairman
Board of Trustees (AOCPIN)

“Harmonizing Hearts, Forging Connections: Our Community Peace Summit

“Harmonizing Hearts, Forging Connections: Our Community Peace Summit ✌️ #TogetherForPeace”

At AOCPIN, we recognize that peace serves as the foundational bedrock for unity and flourishing communities. Dignitaries across East and West as well as the Horn/ Magreb Africa, at the invitation of the Asillah Forum Foundation, on October 9 and 11, 2023, discussed security challenges in the continent and offered recommendations on appropriate partnerships that would serve the interest of Africa.

This represents AOCPIN’s continuing commitment to support and formulate sets of activities and engagements that contribute to the promotion of peace and development, not only within our communities but across the entire African continent. The conference has paved the way for essential initiatives in peace and conflict prevention within our communities, facilitating prompt interventions through awareness campaigns, advocacy, and town hall discussions.

AOCPIN is thrilled to be part of the Security and Stability Conference in Assilah-Morocco. Collectively, we are dedicated to forging a brighter and more harmonious future for our communities. #CommunityPeace #UnityInDiversity #MakingADifference