The Federal Capital Territory Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) says it has successfully handled 38 cases through its Peace and Conflict Resolution (PCR) unit from January to August this year.
The FCT Commandant, Olusola Odumosu, disclosed this during a peace walk in Abuja on Monday to mark the International Day of Peace.
The 2025 International Day of Peace, observed annually on Sept. 21, carried the theme “Act Now for a Peaceful World.”
According to Odumosu, the cases resolved by the PCR unit ranged from land disputes, family quarrels, contract disagreements, farmer–herder clashes to inter-communal conflicts.
He stressed that building lasting peace requires collective responsibility, adding that every member of society has a role to play in promoting tolerance and harmony.
Odumosu highlighted the importance of parents, teachers, community leaders, and governments in fostering values of inclusivity, fairness, and mutual respect.
He urged Nigerians to embrace Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) methods such as dialogue and mediation, noting that they help reduce the burden on courts and strengthen relationships.
He added that acting for peace means choosing reconciliation over revenge, mediation over aggression, and dialogue over confrontation.
The NSCDC, he said, remains committed to offering its ADR services to communities and groups in need of conflict resolution.
Odumosu expressed confidence that with stronger partnerships, disputes could be resolved amicably, and society would enjoy sustainable peace.
In his contribution, Ovattara Karno, Country Director of Search for Common Ground, a non-governmental organisation, underscored the importance of synergy between citizens and government in fostering peace.
He maintained that dialogue remains a more powerful and lasting tool for resolving disputes than the use of violence.
Karno noted that genuine collaboration and the sharing of information can help prevent crises and promote unity within society.