The Pivot Nigeria has urged a unified national response involving government agencies, faith-based groups, and Nigerians in the diaspora to drive visible initiatives that foster peace and unity across the country.
The organisation’s Founder, Victoria Uwadoka-Anyianuka, made the appeal in a statement issued on Tuesday in Lagos.
Uwadoka-Anyianuka noted that Nigeria has for years faced recurring episodes of violence in several regions.
She explained that between November 2022 and now, reports from analysts and NGOs indicated a surge in deadly attacks and forced displacements across the Middle Belt, as well as parts of the North West and North Central regions.
According to her, renewed Boko Haram activities have also been reported in parts of the North East since 2023, which the government continues to address.
She expressed concern over Nigeria’s designation as a “Country of Particular Concern” by the U.S. President, Donald Trump, citing alleged killings of Christians, saying the claim poses serious reputational risks.
“This statement represents a reputational threat capable of undermining investor confidence, reducing tourism, and weakening diplomatic relations — no matter how strongly we contest such claims afterward.
“We must take responsibility because every inaction tells its own story. Our silence or unclear messaging fuels mistrust locally and damages Nigeria’s global image,” she stated.
She added that the ongoing crisis could have been prevented through early and transparent interventions, as well as active engagement with affected groups.
Uwadoka-Anyianuka emphasized that a proactive approach, backed by clear communication and collaboration among stakeholders, remains the best solution.
“A reactive response to such claims is good, but far better is a proactive strategy built on truth, action, and sustained engagement with all concerned,” she added.
She said Nigeria could rebuild its image if the government and citizens view the situation as a wake-up call and take decisive steps to end violence regardless of its origins.
Pivot Nigeria, she noted, is proposing three key actions — a weekly citizen briefing on government efforts to end violence, multi-stakeholder roundtables involving community and religious leaders, and a public data-access initiative to provide transparent updates on security developments.
She reaffirmed Pivot Nigeria’s commitment to driving initiatives that will rebuild the nation’s credibility, promote peace, and restore public trust through inclusive engagement and transparency.