Priests Assembly Peace and Social Justice Initiative

21/05/2026

The Priests Assembly Peace and Social Justice Initiative (PPJ) on Thursday led a high-level delegation to the palace of the Ovie of Ozoro Kingdom, HRM (Barr) Anthony Ovietobore Ogbogbo, Ibuka I, as part of ongoing community engagement efforts aimed at addressing Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) linked to cultural spaces in Delta State.

The monarch warmly received the delegation and pledged the support of the traditional institution towards strengthening safeguarding systems and promoting safer cultural practices within the kingdom and beyond.

The delegation, led by Ambassador Caroline Orobosa Usikpedo-Oliseowe, an Ozoro chief and Executive Director of Noble Delta Women for Peace and Development International, included Pastor Edewor Egedegbe of the Male Feminists Network (South-South Zone), alongside officers of PPJ including Pastor Anthony Chukwuneme and Pastor Julius Akpovwovwo.

The engagement forms part of the “Rapid Response and Norm Transformation Initiative to End Sexual and Gender-Based Violence in Cultural Spaces in Delta State,” implemented under the Renewed Women’s Voice and Leadership-Nigeria Project, with support from ActionAid Nigeria and Global Affairs Canada.

Speaking during the visit, Ambassador Caroline Orobosa Usikpedo-Oliseowe noted that the mission was not intended to confront tradition, but to strengthen it through accountability, protection, and community responsibility.

The initiative focuses on promoting structured dialogue, improving safeguarding mechanisms, supporting community-led reforms, strengthening reporting pathways for survivors, and reshaping harmful social norms while reinforcing positive cultural values that uphold dignity, safety, and justice.

The visit ended with a shared commitment among traditional rulers, community leaders, women’s groups, youth groups, security agencies, and civil society actors to strengthen prevention systems and promote responsible cultural expression across Delta State.

04/05/2026

PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

PPJ to Launch “Rapid Response and Norm Transformation Initiative to End Sexual and Gender-Based Violence in Cultural Spaces in Delta State, Nigeria”

Abuja, Nigeria – 4th May, 2026.

The Priests Assembly Peace and Social Justice Initiative (PPJ) announces the forthcoming launch of its project titled “Rapid Response and Norm Transformation Initiative to End Sexual and Gender-Based Violence in Cultural Spaces in Delta State, Nigeria”, commencing in Ozoro, Isoko North Local Government Area of Delta State.

The initiative represents a decisive, community-driven response to recent events in Ozoro that brought national attention to harmful cultural practices enabling sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV). Beyond addressing the immediate incident, the project is designed to confront the deeper structural, cultural and accountability gaps that allow such violations to persist.

This intervention builds on the success of PPJ’s SHUN Corruption Project, supported by the MacArthur Foundation, which mobilised faith-based communities across Nigeria to challenge corruption through behavioural change and citizen action. Drawing from this tested model, PPJ is now expanding its approach through the SHUN SGBV Programme, applying the same principles of mobilisation, accountability and norm transformation to the fight against gender-based violence.

The Ozoro project serves as a strategic entry point and a key subset of the broader SHUN SGBV Programme, demonstrating a rapid-response model that combines immediate action with long-term social change.

Implemented in partnership with ActionAid Nigeria under the Renewed Women’s Voice and Leadership (RWVL) Programme, with support from Global Affairs Canada, the initiative aims to prevent and eliminate SGBV embedded in cultural and community practices through coordinated action, strengthened accountability systems and sustained norm transformation.

The project will be implemented by PPJ in collaboration with critical allies, including the Noble Delta Women for Peace and Development International and the Male Feminists Network, South South Zone. These collaborations reflect the project’s commitment to women-led mobilisation, male allyship, community ownership, survivor-centred advocacy and sustained engagement with cultural, traditional and civic actors.

Speaking ahead of the launch, Dr. Ejiro Joyce Otive-Igbuzor, Executive Director of PPJ, stated:

“This project is a turning point. We are moving from silence and normalisation of abuse to deliberate, organised resistance. Communities must not only condemn harmful practices but actively dismantle them and build systems that protect women and girls.”

Key activities under the project include high-level advocacy with traditional and government institutions, peaceful processions to demand justice and accountability, documentation of harmful practices across Delta State, community sensitisation and dialogue, and the establishment of safeguarding, reporting and referral mechanisms linked to formal justice systems.

The initiative will also build a network of trained community influencers — youth, women, traditional leaders and civil society actors — to serve as Anti-SGBV Ambassadors and sustain long-term prevention efforts.

The launch in Ozoro will mark the beginning of a broader movement to drive zero tolerance for sexual and gender-based violence, ensuring that cultural spaces become safe, accountable and aligned with human rights, dignity and justice.

Media Contact:
Priests Assembly Peace and Social Justice Initiative (PPJ)
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +2348091499975

03/05/2026

Your story is not over. STAGE A COMEBACK!

24/04/2026

GALS GLOBAL HANGOUT CALLING!
The Gals Global Hangout cordially Invites You to a Free Half-Day Creative Writing Experience. This is a special “sampler” workshop designed to ignite creativity and inspire expression.

Theme: THE FIRST SPARK
Date: This Saturday, 25th April
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Venue: PPA Auditorium, Ebenezer Plaza, After El-Rufai Park, Area One, Abuja

This is a High-Energy, Hands-On Writing Workshop graciously facilitated by Dr Emman Usman Shehu of the Abuja Writers Forum.

Come, experience the joy and power of writing in a relaxed, engaging, and highly interactive environment. This could be the beginning of your journey into storytelling, self-expression, and creative confidence.

Who Should Attend:
Anyone with a desire to write — whether you are just starting or looking to reignite your creative spark.

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Come ready to explore, express, and connect. Let your story begin.

Warm regards,
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16/03/2026

Adire production training 2

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Building Skills. Creating Wealth - Welcome to Adire Production training – Series 2 This year as part of our contributions to equip women with artistic skills we will deliver a series of free, online arts and crafts workshops for members of various communities led by Prof Peju Layiwola. The program...

04/02/2026

03/02/2026

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03/02/2026

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24/01/2026

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22/01/2026

Building Skills, Creating Wealth
This year as part of our contributions to equip women with artistic skills we will deliver a series of free, online arts and crafts workshops for members of various communities led by Prof Peju Layiwola.
The programme is for all participants interested in learning practical creative skills, either as a foundation for small-scale enterprise or as a means of personal enrichment. All sessions are fully funded, ensuring that participation is offered at no cost.
The 2026 programme will consist of five fixed workshop sessions, allowing for broad participation across multiple communities and partner groups. The series will commence with tie-and-dye instruction, introducing participants to textile techniques.
Registration will be available through online channels as well as through partner youth/women and church organizations. This initiative is funded by MasterArtClasses, Adiresh*tta and the Women and Youth Art Foundation.
The first session holds on Feb. 28, 2026 at @2 pm WAT
This programme is in collaboration with Gals Global Hangout, Emerald International Development Services Limited (EIDS), and the Priests Assembly Peace and Social Justice Initiative.
A formal registration channel will be shared by the Funders. Click on this link to indicate interest:

15/01/2026

Sexual and Gender-based violence represents one of the most pervasive manifestations of gender inequality worldwide. Join us in this training where we will be equipped with practical knowledge and tools to prevent and respond to Sexual and Gender-based Violence(SGBV) using feminist and human-rights-based approaches that are culturally and faith sensitive.
For Registration:
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Date: Friday 16th and Saturday 17th January 2026
Time 7:30pm to 9:30pm daily