Is the conflict in Nigeria driven by religious ideology? What explains the persistent insecurity in parts of the country, particularly in the Northeast and the Northwest? These questions were at the centre of a recent conversation between Rachel Chason, West Africa Bureau Chief of The Washington Post, and Rev. Fr. Atta Barkindo, Executive Director of […]
The National Peace Committee (NPC) on Tuesday paid a strategic advocacy visit to the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, SAN, at the Commission’s Headquarters in Abuja. The engagement forms part of ongoing pre-election consultations ahead of the 21 February 2026 FCT Area Council Elections, as well as Ekiti and
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As the world marks World Interfaith Harmony Week, we are reminded that mutual understanding and dialogue across faiths remain essential foundations for peaceful, inclusive, and just societies. In contexts of diversity, whether religious, ethnic or cultural; peace is not sustained by silence or avoidance, but by deliberate engagement and respectful conversation. Established by the United
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The Kukah Centre is inviting qualified researchers and institutions to submit proposals for a study on how citizen mobilisation can serve as an alternative pressure mechanism for political action in Nigeria. The research will explore practical, sustainable ways citizens can influence governance beyond election cycles, drawing on fieldwork, case studies, and contextual analysis across the
A Plea & Testimony from Nigeria By Matthew Hassan Kukah, Bishop, Catholic Diocese of Sokoto, Nigeria, and founder, The Kukah Centre. Delivered at the Augustinianum Hall, on October 21st, 2021, Vatican City. 1: I want to thank Aid to the Church in Need for their kind invitation to me to speak in response to the
The Kukah Centre for Faith and Leadership Research is hiring to fill the position of a Research Manager on a project. Kindly read/download the Terms of Reference below for more information. Cover Letter and CV are to be uploaded in a single PDF document. Only qualified candidates and residents of Abuja are encouraged to apply and
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The Kukah Centre for Faith and Leadership Research is hiring to fill the position of a Project Coordinator on a project. Kindly read/download the Terms of reference below for more information. Cover Letter and CV are to be uploaded in a single PDF document. Only qualified candidates and residents of Abuja are encouraged to apply and
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The Kukah Centre for Faith and Leadership Research is hiring to fill the position of a Communication and Media Officer on a project. Kindly read/download the Terms of Reference below for more information. Cover Letter and CV are to be uploaded in a single PDF document. Only qualified candidates and residents of Abuja are encouraged to
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In an inspiring ceremony in Madrid, Spain, our very own Bishop Matthew Kukah and Fr. Atta Barkindo have been presented with the prestigious Mundo Negro award, a testament to their unwavering dedication and relentless efforts at The Kukah Centre. Their journey of fostering peace, encouraging dialogue, and building bridges in Nigeria’s diverse landscape is not