*Rep Laori Trains 124 Youths on Farmers–Herders Peacebuilding, Empowers Participants with ₦100,000 Each in Numan*

Amid rising security challenges linked to farmers–herders clashes, Rt. Hon. Kwamoti B. Laori has empowered 124 youths—male and female, including farmers and herders—from affected communities in Demsa/Numan/Lamurde Federal Constituency with peacebuilding skills and economic support to promote sustainable coexistence.

The Farmers–Herders Conflict Resolution and Peacebuilding Training and Empowerment Programme, organized by Rt. Hon. Kwamoti B. Laori, Member Representing Demsa/Numan/Lamurde Federal Constituency, was held at Livak Arena, Numan, from 13th to 16th January 2026, and successfully concluded on Friday, 16th January 2026. The programme was both timely and strategic, given the persistent security, socio-economic, and livelihood challenges confronting the constituency and the wider region.

Significantly, the initiative marked the fourth phase of sustained peacebuilding interventions by the lawmaker. Through these structured engagements, traditional rulers, religious leaders, youths, women, farmers, and herders have consistently been trained in Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), conflict prevention, mediation, and peacebuilding, demonstrating a deliberate commitment to institutionalizing peace at the grassroots rather than relying on reactive responses.

The Demsa/Numan/Lamurde Federal Constituency has experienced recurring tensions driven by competition over land use, grazing routes, water resources, climate change, and demographic pressures—often escalating into violent confrontations with serious implications for lives, livelihoods, social cohesion, and food security. Against this backdrop, the integration of peacebuilding training with economic empowerment reflects a deep understanding of the structural drivers of conflict.

Participants were strategically selected from conflict-prone and affected communities, ensuring the training addressed lived realities and equipped frontline community actors with practical skills in early warning, dialogue facilitation, mediation, and non-violent conflict management.

The intensive four-day programme was facilitated by Dr. Imran Usman Sani  and Dr. Bosede Awodola of the Institute of Peace and Conflict Resolution (IPCR), Abuja, whose expertise enriched the sessions with nationally recognized best practices and context-sensitive peacebuilding frameworks. 

At the conclusion of the programme, all 124 participants received certificates of participation and a cash empowerment grant of One Hundred Thousand Naira (₦100,000) each to strengthen their livelihoods and reinforce their commitment to peace.

The programme attracted key dignitaries and stakeholders, underscoring its importance and credibility. 

Hon. Laori  was represented by the Chairman of Numan Local Government Area Council, Hon. Innocent Koto, other notable persons include Prof. John Ngamsa; Adviser to the Adamawa State Governor on Strategic Communication; Prof. Dishi khobe Adviser to the Adamawa State Governor on Food Agriculture and Security, Arch Zamgopwa Zidon PDP chairmanship flagbearer alongside party leaders, religious leaders, and heads of security agencies, community stakeholders.

The traditional institution was well represented by Chief Maidan Tusayi, District Head of Numan, who attended on behalf of the Hama Bachama. Heads of security agencies and law enforcement bodies were also in attendance, reflecting strong civil–security collaboration and a shared commitment to conflict prevention.

The choice of Livak Arena, Numan, as the venue was strategic, symbolizing unity, dialogue, and peaceful coexistence among diverse communities. It provided a neutral and inclusive platform for learning, interaction, and consensus-building among farmers, herders, traditional authorities, and state actors.

Rt. Hon. Kwamoti B. Laori’s sustained interventions exemplify responsive, proactive, and people-centered leadership. By investing consistently in human capacity, local institutions, and economic inclusion, the initiative contributes meaningfully to conflict prevention, social resilience, and sustainable development across the constituency.

In conclusion, the fourth-phase Farmers–Herders Conflict Resolution and Peacebuilding Training and Empowerment Programme, which concluded on Friday, 16th January 2026, stands as a strategic and impactful response to recurrent conflicts in the region and offers a replicable model for community-driven peacebuilding.

— KBL Feedback Media

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*Rep Laori Trains Youths on Farmers–Herders Peace, Gives Cash Support*

Amid rising security challenges linked to farmers–herders clashes, Rt. Hon. Kwamoti B. Laori has empowered youths from affected communities in Demsa/Numan/Lamurde Federal Constituency with peacebuilding skills and financial support to promote sustainable coexistence.

The training and economic empowerment programme on Farmers–Herders Conflict Resolution and Peacebuilding, organized by Rt. Hon. Kwamoti B. Laori, Member Representing Demsa/Numan/Lamurde Federal Constituency, and held at Livak Arana, Numan, on 14th–15th January 2026, was both apt and timely, considering the persistent security, socio-economic, and livelihood challenges confronting the constituency and the wider region.

Significantly, this programme marked the fourth phase of sustained peacebuilding interventions initiated by the lawmaker in recent times. Through these structured engagements, traditional rulers, religious leaders, youths, and women have consistently been trained in Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), conflict prevention, and peacebuilding, underscoring a deliberate and strategic commitment to institutionalizing peace at the grassroots rather than relying on reactive or episodic responses to conflict.

The Demsa/Numan/Lamurde Federal Constituency has witnessed recurrent tensions arising from competition over land use, grazing routes, water resources, climate change, and demographic pressures. These tensions have often escalated into violent confrontations with grave implications for lives, livelihoods, social cohesion, and food security. Against this backdrop, the decision to combine peacebuilding training with economic empowerment reflects a deep understanding of the structural drivers of conflict.

Participants were strategically drawn from communities either directly affected by or prone to recurrent farmers–herders conflicts and related security challenges. This targeted selection ensured that the training addressed lived realities and equipped frontline community actors with practical skills in early warning, dialogue, mediation, and non-violent conflict management.

The two-day intensive training was facilitated by Dr. Imran Sani of the Institute of Peace and Conflict Resolution (IPCR), Abuja, whose expertise enriched the sessions with nationally recognized best practices and context-sensitive peacebuilding frameworks. At the conclusion of the training, participants were awarded certificates of participation and each received the sum of One Hundred Thousand Naira (₦100,000) as economic empowerment support to strengthen their livelihoods and reinforce their commitment to peace.

The programme attracted the presence of key dignitaries and stakeholders, further reinforcing its importance and credibility. Notable among those in attendance were the Chairman of Numan Local Government Area Council, Prof. John Ngamsa, Adviser to the Adamawa State Governor on Strategic Communication, and Prof. Dishikhobe, Adviser on Food Security. Also present was Hon. Bauna Myandasa, Member of the Adamawa State House of Assembly representing Lamurde Constituency, alongside party leaders, religious leaders, and other community stakeholders.

The traditional institution was well represented by Chief Maidan Tusayi, District Head of Numan, who attended on behalf of the Hama Bachama. Heads of security agencies and law enforcement bodies were also in attendance, reflecting a strong civil–security partnership and shared commitment to conflict prevention and peacebuilding.

The choice of Livak Arena, Numan, as the venue is strategic given its centrality and further symbolized unity, dialogue, and coexistence among diverse communities within the constituency. It provided a neutral and inclusive platform for interaction, learning, and consensus-building among farmers, herders, traditional authorities, and state actors.

Rt. Hon. Kwamoti B. Laori’s sustained interventions exemplify responsive, proactive, and people-centered leadership. The continuity of these trainings affirms the understanding that peacebuilding is a process rather than a one-off event. By investing consistently in human capacity, local institutions, and economic inclusion, the initiative contributes meaningfully to conflict prevention, social resilience, and sustainable development in Demsa/Numan/Lamurde Federal Constituency.

In conclusion, the fourth-phase training and empowerment programme stands as a timely, strategic, and impactful response to recurrent farmers–herders conflicts in the region. It offers a replicable model for community-based peacebuilding and demonstrates how sustained leadership engagement can foster long-term stability, coexistence, and development.

 *Kblfeedback media*

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Hon. Kwamoti Laori Urges Unity at Night of the Makers 4th Edition in Yola

 

 

The fourth edition of NIGHT OF THE MAKERS on Tuesday provided a strong platform for renewed calls for unity, peace and dialogue, as Rt. Hon. Kwamoti B. Laori, member representing Demsa/Numan/Lamurde Federal Constituency, urged Nigerians to anchor progress on shared humanity amid a rapidly changing world.

Speaking during the awards night organized by Rhamo Multi-Media Center at Bridge Wood Hotels and Apartments, Laori commended the organizers for sustaining a platform that celebrates ideas, creativity and purposeful engagement.

The event, themed “Our Humanity: Unity, Peace, and Security in the Face of a Changing World,” brought together leaders, professionals, creatives and community builders to engage in conversations on peacebuilding, social cohesion and sustainable development, while also honoring indigenous change-makers.

Laori described the theme as timely, noting that despite rapid social, political, technological and economic changes, humanity remains the enduring bond that transcends borders, cultures, religions and ideologies.

“Our humanity provides the foundation upon which unity, peace and security must be built,” he said, warning that change, no matter how innovative, could deepen division if not guided by shared values.

He emphasized that unity does not imply uniformity, but the ability to embrace diversity while upholding dignity, respect and justice. According to him, differences are often exploited to fuel fear and hostility, but genuine unity emerges when diversity is recognized as a source of strength.

Drawing from experiences in his constituency of Demsa, Numan and Lamurde, Laori recalled how violent conflicts have claimed lives, destroyed property and bred mistrust among communities that once lived peacefully together.

“These experiences remind us that peace cannot be taken for granted; it must be consciously built, protected and sustained,” he said.

While commending the Adamawa State Government’s efforts toward peace and security, Laori stressed that government action alone is insufficient. He called for constant engagement through open, honest and inclusive dialogue, noting that conversations anchored on shared humanity are critical to healing wounds, rebuilding trust and breaking cycles of violence.

“Peace goes beyond the absence of conflict; it is rooted in justice, understanding and mutual respect,” he added.

The awards night’s special guest of honour was Dr. Edgar Amos, the Chief of Staff to the Executive Governor of Adamawa State, convened by Hon. John Ngamsa, Ph.D.

Activities included a red carpet reception, panel discussions, cultural dance performances and the presentation of awards to 12 outstanding indigenous change-makers.

The highlight of the night was the conferment of the grand award on Sen. Aminu Iya Abbas, the serving senator representing Adamawa Central Senatorial District, in recognition of his leadership and service.

NIGHT OF THE MAKERS, described by organizers as more than an event but a movement, continues to position itself as Adamawa State’s premier celebration of indigenous excellence, unity and service, aimed at inspiring participants to emerge as active agents of positive change within their communities and beyond.

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