In the third quarter (Q3) of 2024, Nigeria's Niger Delta experienced a relative period of stability and peace, showing a notable improvement in overall security compared to the second quarter (Q2). Data shows a 19.3% reduction in lethal violence, with conflict-related fatalities decreasing from 186 in Q2 to 150 in Q3 (see page 2 for details). Several peace and development actors, including local peace agents, civil society organizations (CSOs), international development organizations, and government agencies, implemented interventions to mitigate and prevent violent conflict and insecurity during this period. According to PIND’s P4P Peace Map, the main drivers of lethal violence were criminal activities, cult gang clashes, separatist agitation, and clashes between hoodlums and security forces.[embeddoc url="https://pindfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Niger-Delta-Conflict-Tracker-2024-Q3-Final.pdf%22]
