{
  "id": 19502810,
  "title": "Nigeria’s Peace Institute Partners Tech Firm to Scale Peace Education to Millions",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/11/nigerias-peace-institute-partners-tech-firm-to-scale-peace-education",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-11T13:51:16.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "This Day",
    "slug": "this-day",
    "url": "https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/11/11/nigerias-peace-institute-partners-tech-firm-to-scale-peace-education-to-millions/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In a significant stride towards fostering peace and sustainable development in Nigeria and across Africa, the Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution (IPCR) has entered into a pioneering partnership with tech firm Tomruk iHub Multiverse Limited. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) formalises a collaboration aimed at deploying technology-driven peace education programmes on a massive scale. This strategic alliance leverages the IPCR's expertise in conflict prevention, management, and resolution with Tomruk iHub's advanced digital infrastructure, innovative solutions, and expansive networks.\n\nUnder the terms of the agreement, both entities will spearhead the implementation of the Mass Peace Education Programme. This initiative is specifically designed to empower citizens, with a particular focus on young people, by equipping them with essential skills to prevent violence, manage disputes, and promote peaceful coexistence within their communities. Dr Joseph Ochogwu, the Director-General of IPCR, highlighted peace education as a critical national imperative, emphasizing that it should be accessible to individuals of all ages, professions, and educational backgrounds. He stressed that achieving sustainable peace necessitates democratizing knowledge about conflict prevention and resolution, extending it beyond traditional educational settings to reach every corner of society.\n\nJob Mwadkon Dachungyang, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Tomruk iHub Multiverse Limited, underscored the pivotal role of peace and conflict resolution skills in national development. He asserted that no society can attain lasting growth amidst persistent conflict and instability, emphasizing that the firm is dedicated to utilizing technology to ensure peace education transcends geographical and social barriers, reaching communities both within and beyond Nigeria.\n\nThe partnership is poised to explore specialized programmes focused on preventing election violence, facilitating non-violent engagement, and promoting conflict transformation. Additionally, it aims to extend peace education to various learning environments, formal and informal, thereby broadening its impact. Analysts view this collaboration as a landmark achievement in institutionalizing peace education and leveraging innovation to enhance social cohesion and national unity. For the IPCR, this alliance solidifies its commitment to cultivating peaceful, resilient communities and fostering a culture of dialogue, tolerance, and non-violence through education, innovation, and strategic partnerships.",
  "summary": "Yemi Kosoko in Jos In a bold move aimed at tackling the roots of conflict and promoting sustainable development, the Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution (IPCR) has entered into",
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