The 2023 PIND Prize for Niger Delta Development Reporting was awarded to Yekeen Akinwale, the Abuja Bureau Chief of TheCable, for his exceptional report on “How Low-Carbon, Cost-Effective Energy is Empowering Coastal Communities” in the Niger Delta. In his award-winning story, Akinwale shed light on the energy poverty faced by coastal communities like Evbuwa…
The Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND), in collaboration with the Diamond Awards for Media Excellence (DAME), invites submissions for the PIND Prize for Niger Delta Development Reporting. This special award, to be featured at the 33rd DAME, honors journalists who bring depth, insight, and innovation to reporting on sustainable development, peacebuilding,…
In early October 2024, the Ford Foundation and the Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND) came together for two days of meaningful discussions to deepen their long-standing partnership and explore fresh opportunities for collaboration in the Niger Delta. What began as a field visit quickly evolved into strategic dialogues that promise to…
Port Harcourt, Nigeria – PIND Foundation, a leading non-profit organization dedicated to sustainable development in the Niger Delta, recently hosted a pivotal Dialogue and Experience Sharing Forum under its Bridges Project. This event was strategically designed to advance the implementation of Nigeria’s Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) 2021, focusing specifically on the integration and empowerment of…
The Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND) recently participated in the launch events for Serendib Capital’s new offices in Port Harcourt and Warri, Delta State. The launch represents a significant milestone in the collaboration between PIND and Serendib Capital, emphasizing their shared commitment to advancing environmental and socio-economic development in Nigeria’s Niger…
In today’s competitive job market, mentorship and skill development are critical elements in the development of young professionals. The Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND) is committed to fostering youth development in Nigeria’s Niger Delta region by offering the required support and resources needed for them to succeed. This commitment was…
As a key implementer of the U.S. Government-led Power Africa Health Electrification and Telecommunications Alliance (HETA), which aims to facilitate access to renewable energy for healthcare centers in the Niger Delta, the Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND) attended the launch of the European Union-funded Nigeria Solar for Health Project (NISHP), implemented…
Youth unemployment remains a significant challenge in Nigeria, affecting social stability and economic growth despite ongoing intervention efforts. Addressing this issue effectively requires exploring innovative strategies for job creation and economic empowerment for young people. This need for innovation was emphasized during a panel session at the Lagos State Employment Summit 3.0, themed “Job Creation:…
The Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND) has partnered with the Lagos State Government, the Lagos Employment Trust Fund, the Ministry of Wealth Creation and Employment, and the Lagos State Ministry of Economic Planning and Budgeting to host the 2024 Lagos State Employment Summit 3.0, scheduled for July 3rd, 2024. Themed “Job…
On June 8, 2024, the Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND) actively participated in the inaugural Delta State Poultry Summit organized by the Poultry Association of Nigeria (PAN), Delta State Chapter. Held at the PTI Conference Center Main Hall in Effurun, Delta State, the event brought together various stakeholders, including poultry farmers,…