Center for Peace Advocacy and Sustainable Development

10/06/2026

SAFE-YOPS project Technical Working Group Meeting at UN House, Abuja

09/06/2026

Center for Peace Advocacy and Sustainable Development is participating as a stakeholder for the European Union in Nigeria funded SAFE-YOPS project, implemented by UNFPA Nigeria and Federal Ministry of Youth & Sports Development, Nigeria

As an organisation working on Youth Peace and Security Agenda, we are delighted to be part of stakeholder that will drive the implementation of SAFE-YOPS project in FCT.

01/06/2026

🚨 BREAKING NEWS 🚨

Applications Are Now Open!

The 6th Youth Model African Union Extraordinary Summit 2026 is officially open for applications.

📍 Kigali, Rwanda 🇷🇼
📅 November 2026

Join young leaders, diplomats, policymakers, students, peacebuilders, climate advocates, and changemakers from across Africa for an unforgettable Pan-African experience focused on leadership, diplomacy, governance, peacebuilding, and climate justice.

Delegates will have the opportunity to:
✅ Simulate African Union Organs
✅ Develop Diplomacy and Negotiation Skills
✅ Engage in High-Level Policy Dialogues
✅ Network with Youth Leaders Across Africa
✅ Strengthen Leadership and Governance Capacity
✅ Contribute to Shaping the Africa We Want

Whether you are passionate about climate action, governance, peacebuilding, human rights, diplomacy, or sustainable development, YMAU 2026 is your platform to learn, lead, and make an impact.

🔗 Apply Now
🌐https://forms.gle/1uWTDg4X7fJMoGfQA
www.youthmodelafricanunion.org

📢 Limited spaces available. Early applications are strongly encouraged.

Kigali is calling. Africa is waiting. The future needs your voice.

31/05/2026

26/05/2026

Center for Peace Advocacy and Sustainable Development Participated in the Legislative Advocacy Training on Drug Law and Policy Reform in Nigeria at the 2nd Quarter Hybrid Training Workshop on Legislative Advocacy and Strategic Engagement with Parliament for Drug Laws and Policy Reform in Nigeria, organized by WADPN and YouthArise Nigeria in Abuja.

The training strengthened CSOs’ understanding of Nigeria’s legislative process, evidence-based advocacy, and strategic engagement with policymakers on drug law and policy reform.

Key discussions focused on:
✅ Legislative practice and law-making process in Nigeria
✅ Evidence-based advocacy strategies
✅ Building strategic partnerships with policymakers
✅ The role of CSOs in shaping public policy and reform

CEPASD gained valuable insights and practical tools to strengthen our advocacy, stakeholder engagement, and community-based interventions aimed at promoting human rights, citizens-centered policies, and reducing drug abuse in society.

The Center for Peace Advocacy and Sustainable Development (CEPASD) was represented by Mr. Innocent Effiong Community Engagement Manager.

We remain committed to advancing peacebuilding, policy advocacy, community engagement, and sustainable development across Nigeria.

25/05/2026

We are delighted to welcome the Evaluation Team of the Nigeria’s National Action Plan on Youth, Peace, and Security (NAPYPS) 2021–2024

As Critical stakeholder and organization working on Youth Peace and Security in Nigeria 🇳🇬 we engaged with the team and provided them with needed support and answered all the evaluation questions.

The ECOWAS Peace, Security and Governance project (EPSG) is co-financed by the European Union (EU) and the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) for three years. Its aims to strengthen the implementation of the ECOWAS peace and security architecture at the regional and national levels throughout the conflict cycles, while promoting the values of democracy and human security. The EPSG project is implemented by a consortium of three implementing agencies: GIZ (lead agency), Expertise France and FIAP.

In Nigeria, Expertise France is the implementing agency responsible for the project’s youth, peace, and security component and will support the development and implementation of the second National Action Plan on Youth, Peace, and Security.

Expertise France, in close collaboration with the Nigeria Coalition on Youth, Peace, and Security (NCYPS), has commissioned an independent evaluation of Nigeria’s National Action Plan on Youth, Peace, and Security (NAPYPS) 2021–2024. The purpose of this evaluation is to generate a participatory, evidence‑based assessment of the first NAPYPS cycle, highlighting key achievements, challenges, and lessons learned, in order to inform the development of the second NAPYPS cycle planned for Q3 2026.

We provided the evaluation team with needed support and answered all the evaluation questions

We will continue to contribute to the development of second National Action Plan on Youth Peace and Security in Nigeria 🇳🇬

22/05/2026

Center for Peace Advocacy and Sustainable Development Participates in the Multi-Stakeholder Consultative Forum on Nigeria’s National Action Plan for Human Rights (2024–2028) organized by the National Human Rights Commission Nigeria.

The Center for Peace Advocacy and Sustainable Development (CEPASD) was invited as one the stakeholder organization promoting human rights and represented by Innocent Effiong Community Engagement Manager at the Multi-Stakeholder Consultative Forum convened by the National Human Rights Commission in Abuja.

The engagement brought together MDAs, CSOs, development partners, and stakeholders to strengthen implementation, monitoring, and coordination of Nigeria’s National Action Plan for the Promotion and Protection of Human Rights (2024–2028).

During the forum, CEPASD delivered a goodwill message reaffirming our commitment to peacebuilding, human rights advocacy, inclusive governance, community engagement, and sustainable development. The discussions highlighted the importance of stronger collaboration between government institutions and civil society, improved accountability mechanisms, increased awareness of the NAP framework, and active citizen participation in advancing human rights in Nigeria.

Key sessions focused on:
✅ The role of MDAs in NAP implementation
✅ Civil society engagement and accountability
✅ Monitoring and reporting mechanisms
✅ Stakeholder coordination and community inclusion

CEPASD remains committed to supporting efforts that promote human rights, justice, peace, and inclusive development across Nigeria.

20/05/2026

Our Team had the honour of meeting the newly appointed Nigerian Ambassador to NAMIBIA to formally congratulate her on her appointment and wish her success in her diplomatic assignment.

During the meeting, the Team also briefed Her Excellency on the upcoming Diplomatic Conference 2.0, including areas of strategic engagement, diplomatic mentorship, and opportunities for interaction with delegates during and beyond the Conference.

The discussion highlighted the importance of nurturing the next generation of diplomatic and policy leaders through practical engagement, mentorship, and exposure to real diplomatic conversations.

We look forward to Her Excellency’s continued guidance and mentorship to our delegates as we prepare for Diplomatic Conference 2.0.

11/05/2026

Center for Peace Advocacy and Sustainable Development joins UNFPA and Federal Ministry of Youth Development for a stakeholders meeting on Youth Peace and Security Agenda.

UNFPA and Federal Ministry of Youth Development convened a meeting with the FCT Youth Development Secretariat and Civil Society Organizations working on Youth Peace and Security.

The meeting was part of the broader engagement for The SAFE YOUTH PEACE AND SECURITY (SAFE-YOPS) PROJECT with support by the European Union in Nigeria

We are delighted to part of the civil society organizations participating in the SAFE YOUTH PEACE AND SECURITY (SAFE-YOPS) PROJECT and we look forward to contributing to the successful implementation of SAFE YOUTH PEACE AND SECURITY (SAFE-YOPS) PROJECT

11/05/2026

Strengthening international partnerships ahead of Diplomatic Conference 2.0.

Vinik Parliamentary Consult and the African Transformer Institute held a strategic meeting at the National Assembly of Nigeria with partners from Finland as part of ongoing international engagements ahead of the Diplomatic Conference.

The meeting focused on strengthening cooperation, advancing diplomatic dialogue, and exploring opportunities for our delegates, international collaboration, and global partnerships through the conference platform.

We are delighted to welcome Finland to Diplomatic Conference 2.0 as we continue to build bridges of diplomacy, multilateralism, and international cooperation.

Together, we are shaping conversations that connect nations, empower young leaders, and advance global understanding.