This update highlights the rising threat of ritual killings in the Niger Delta. Recent data indicate a surge in ritual-related murders across many states in the region, underscoring the gravity of the situation. Addressing this menace requires a comprehensive approach that tackles the underlying socio-economic factors fueling these crimes. Loading... Taking too long? Reload document [...]
This update highlights the persistent issue of violence against women and girls (VAWG), emphasizing the need for concrete preventive action. While data indicate a relative decline, largely due to increased awareness efforts, stakeholders must go further by addressing the underlying norms and practices that perpetuate such violence. Loading... Taking too long? Reload document | Open [...]
This weekly update highlights political violence in the Niger Delta, with a focus on escalating tensions and unrest in Rivers State. Politics in the region is highly contentious and often marred by violence. Recent developments have further heightened tensions, fueling political unrest, social instability, and broader insecurity in Rivers State. Loading... Taking too long? Reload [...]
This update highlights organized violence and insecurity in the Niger Delta, with a focus on communal tensions and organized criminal violence in Edo State. Recent data indicates a rise in both communal and criminal violence, exacerbating conflict risks and insecurity. The resurgence of organized violence could cause instability in the State. Loading... Taking too long? [...]
To enhance conflict monitoring and response mechanisms in the Niger Delta, the Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND) has conducted refresher training for its Early Warning and Early Response (EWER) monitors across Bayelsa, Delta, and Rivers States. The training is part of the European Union-funded project, A Community-Centered Approach to Transforming Criminality [...]
This update highlights organized crime in the Niger Delta, focusing on criminal violence and targeted killings in Imo State. Data shows a rise in kidnappings, killings of residents, and clashes between criminal groups and government security forces. The prevalence of criminal violence underscores the growing security challenges in the State. Download: Niger Delta Weekly Conflict [...]
To strengthen peacebuilding efforts in the Niger Delta, the Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND) has expanded its Prevent Council infrastructure to Edo, Ondo, and Abia States. Launched in 2022, this initiative entered a new phase on February 7, 2025, building on previous successes in Akwa Ibom, Cross River, and Delta States, [...]
This fourth quarter (October – December 2024) report provides updates to donors, Board of Trustees, and partners on project achievements, challenges, and lessons learned. It also seeks to strengthen collaboration for greater impact and sustainability, while demonstrating how PIND’s work contributes to a peaceful and stable operating environment in the Niger Delta. This report highlights [...]
This update spotlights organized criminal violence in the Niger Delta, focusing on the resurgence of kidnap-for-ransom in Ondo State. Recent data indicates a surge in kidnapping incidents, especially along highways and in rural communities. The rising trend poses a serious threat to human security and socio-economic stability in the State. DOWNLOAD: Niger Delta Weekly Conflict [...]
This update highlights organized crime in the Niger Delta, focusing on criminal violence and cult gang-related killings in Rivers State. Clashes between cult gangs and criminal violence remains the major drivers of insecurity in the state. Recent data shows a resurgence of violence and killings perpetrated by hoodlums and cult gangs in the State. Download: [...]
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This update highlights the rising threat of ritual killings in the Niger Delta. Recent data indicate a surge in ritual-related murders across many states in the region, underscoring the gravity of the situation. Addressing this menace requires a comprehensive approach that tackles the underlying socio-economic factors fueling these crimes. Loading... Taking too long? Reload document [...] 