This update highlights the growing threat posed by extreme weather conditions, flooding, and outbreaks of infectious diseases in the Niger Delta. Recent weather forecasts and health surveillance data indicate an increased risk of flooding, as well as waterborne and vector-borne diseases like cholera, yellow fever, and dengue fever in the region. Niger Delta Weekly Conflict [...]
This update highlights the growing threat of organized crime in the Niger Delta, focusing on kidnapping for ransom in Edo State. Recent incidents indicate a rise in targeted abductions, with some victims killed. The recurring and violent nature of these kidnappings underscores the urgent need for effective strategies to address this threat. Download: Niger Delta [...]
This update highlights the rising trend of lethal violence in the Niger Delta, particularly organized crime and armed attacks. Recent data show an increase in gun violence and targeted killings across the region. This growing insecurity poses a serious threat to communal peace and stability and undermines socio-economic development. DOWNLOAD: Niger Delta Weekly Update - [...]
The Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Sam Ogbemi Daibo as its new Executive Director. This appointment follows the retirement of Mr. Tunji Idowu, who served with distinction and led PIND through a transformative period marked by strategic growth, regional partnerships, and deepened impact. [...]
This update highlights the prevalence of child trafficking and sexual violence in the Niger Delta, emphasizing the urgent need to improve community reporting and institutional response. Recent cases across the region underscore the importance of grassroots vigilance, timely reporting, and coordinated efforts to protect vulnerable populations. Loading... Taking too long? Reload document | Open in [...]
The Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND) was honored with the SME Development Champion Award at the 10th SME Conference, held on Friday, June 14, 2024, in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The event was organized by Wider Perspectives Limited and themed Harnessing Economic and Investment Opportunities. This recognition underscores PIND’s long-standing commitment [...]
To advance youth employability systems and promote professional standards in youth development, the Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND) participated in the National Workshop on the Professionalization of Youth Work in Nigeria, held from June 24–26, 2025, in Abuja. Organized by the Federal Ministry of Youth Development in collaboration with the University [...]
This update highlights the urgent need to strengthen emergency preparedness and disease surveillance in the Niger Delta, following recent outbreaks of Lassa fever and diphtheria in Ondo, Edo, and Imo States. These outbreaks risk overwhelming health facilities and pose serious threats to public health and economic development. DOWNLOAD: Niger Delta Weekly Conflict Update: June 22-28, [...]
To scale inclusive agricultural markets and deepen farmers’ access to high-quality inputs, the Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND) convened two successful Stakeholder Onboarding Workshops between June 17 and 20, 2025, in Akure, Ondo State, and Port Harcourt, Rivers State. Held under PIND’s Market Systems Development program, these one-day workshops brought together [...]
To bridge the gap between micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), farmers, and financial services in the Niger Delta, the Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND) held a one-day capacity-building and linkage workshop for business development service providers (BDSPs) on June 13, 2025. Hosted in Warri, Delta State, the workshop introduced ten [...]
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This update highlights the growing threat posed by extreme weather conditions, flooding, and outbreaks of infectious diseases in the Niger Delta. Recent weather forecasts and health surveillance data indicate an increased risk of flooding, as well as waterborne and vector-borne diseases like cholera, yellow fever, and dengue fever in the region. Niger Delta Weekly Conflict [...] 