CDD Trains Journalists in Peacebuilding Skills in Katsina

The Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD) organized a two-day capacity-building workshop for journalists in Katsina State, Nigeria, aimed at enhancing their skills in peacebuilding and conflict reporting. This initiative, supported by the International Organization for Migration (IOM), Mercy Corps, and funded by the European Union (EU), is part of efforts to foster social cohesion and strengthen community resilience across Nigeria's northwest region.

During the workshop, John Dash, CDD's program manager, emphasized the critical role of journalists in disseminating accurate information to maintain peace and stability in society. He urged journalists to adopt ethical, peace-oriented reporting practices to help prevent violent conflict, particularly in fragile communities.

Jean Nahesi Kutumbakana, head of the IOM sub-office, highlighted the importance of credible information in conflict prevention and coexistence, advocating for stronger institutional collaboration among journalists to ensure peacebuilding narratives receive adequate attention across various media platforms.