In an update published by The Guardian Nigeria, stakeholders at the 2026 World Understanding and Peace Day have warned that ethnic and political divides in Nigeria are becoming “culturally embedded.” Speaking at the event, Major General Ike Nwachukwu (Rtd) cautioned that misinformation and economic insecurity are the primary drivers of this national fragmentation.
The call for unity comes at a time of heightened social tension. ThisDay Live reported on the keynote address, quoting Bishop Dapo Asaju who remarked, “The challenge of peace is no longer just about stopping wars, but about rebuilding trust in broken institutions.” Daily Post also featured the event, noting the participants’ plea for “deliberate action” to bridge the gap between the government and the youth.
Echotitbits take:
Polarisation is often a symptom of underlying economic inequality. While calls for “peace” are noble, they are unlikely to resonate unless the government addresses the hunger and unemployment that make the youth susceptible to divisive rhetoric.
Source: UNAOC – https://www.unaoc.org/2025/10/sarajevo-call-for-peace/, February 28, 2026
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