Today, as Edo State commemorates 35 years since its creation on 27 August 1991, I join my fellow Edo people at home and across the Diaspora in celebrating a state whose history is defined by resilience, enterprise, cultural distinction and an enduring capacity for reinvention. This anniversary is more than a commemoration of the past;
The Marcus Odianose Ughulu Foundation for Peace and Sustainable Development (MOUFPSD) joins young people, governments, civil society organisations, development partners and communities across Nigeria, Africa and the world to commemorate International Youth Day 2026, under the theme: “Different Contexts, Common Aspirations.” The theme is a powerful reminder that while young people live in vastly different
Advancing the National Social Impact Action Plan (NSIAP) and Building Momentum Towards NSILS 2.0 Following the successful hosting of the inaugural National Social Impact Leaders’ Summit (NSILS 1.0), the Marcus Odianose Ughulu Foundation for Peace and Sustainable Development (MOUFPSD), through the NSIL Secretariat, has remained committed to translating the resolutions of the Summit into measurable
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Nigeria took a significant step toward advancing youth empowerment, peacebuilding, and sustainable development as stakeholders from government, civil society, academia, the private sector, international institutions, and the media converged in Abuja for the inaugural National Social Impact Leaders’ Summit (NSILS 1.0). Held at the National Universities Commission (NUC) Conference Hall under the theme “Reimagining Social
Dear Youths, As Ekiti State prepares for the governorship election and other parts of our country conduct bye-elections, I urge all young people to come out and actively participate in this important democratic exercise. Elections are not wars; they are opportunities for citizens to peacefully choose their leaders. As youths, we must reject violence, hate
True development cannot exist where young people are denied justice, silenced by broken systems, or excluded from opportunities that allow them to reach their full potential. Across the world, many youths continue to face systemic barriers rooted in inequality, poverty, discrimination, violence, and social exclusion. Yet, despite these challenges, young people remain resilient voices for
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YOUTH, PEACE AND SECURITY IN PRACTICE: MOVING FROM RESOLUTION TO REAL ACTION By Marcus Odianose Ughulu The future of global peace and sustainable development rests significantly in the hands of young people. Across continents, youths are not only demanding a seat at decision-making tables but are actively shaping conversations around governance, security, social cohesion,
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The 13th International Youth Conference, organized by the International Organization of Youth and hosted at the University of California, Los Angeles, provided a powerful platform for examining the evolving role of young people in shaping peace, justice, diplomacy, governance, and technological innovation. As a delegate, I participated in several thought-provoking sessions that collectively reinforced
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Peace is more than the absence of war. It is the presence of understanding, safety, opportunity, and trust. And today, more than ever, peacebuilding in communities is the foundation of every positive change we hope to see. At the Marcus Odianose Ughulu Foundation for Peace and Sustainable Development (MOUFPSD), we have seen how a single
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