“Peace Corps of Nigeria Marks 27 Years of Service, NCSCN Urges Senate President Akpabio to Pass Bill into Law”
By Gambo Jagindi
July 10, 2025
The Peace Corps of Nigeria is celebrating a remarkable milestone today, marking 27 years of dedicated service to promoting peace, security, and national development. During the anniversary celebration, the Executive Director of the National Civil Society Council, Ambassador Blessing Akinlosotu made a heartfelt appeal to Senate President Godswill Akpabio to expedite the passage of the Peace Corps of Nigeria Bill into law.
Akinlosotu made a passionate appeal to the Senate President on Wednesday in Abuja
The bill, which aims to establish the Nigerian Peace Corps as a statutory body, has garnered significant support from lawmakers. Its passage would provide the Corps with the necessary legal framework to effectively tackle security challenges, promote peace education, and empower Nigerian youths.
Ambassador Akinlosotu commended Peace Corps for being instrumental in providing employment opportunities for Nigerian youths and enhancing security across the country. With its mandate to facilitate peace volunteerism, community service, and nation-building, the Corps has played a vital role in promoting social cohesion and development.
The Executive Director’s appeal to Senate President Akpabio highlights the urgent need for statutory backing to enable the Peace Corps to reach its full potential. As the country celebrates this milestone anniversary, stakeholders are optimistic that the bill’s passage will usher in a new era of peace and development.
Akinlosotu explained that with the support of Senate President Akpabio and other lawmakers, the Peace Corps of Nigeria is poised to make a lasting impact on the country’s security and development landscape. As the organization looks to the future, its commitment to empowering youths and promoting peace will undoubtedly continue to inspire a new generation of Nigerians.