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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