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About Us
A youth-led organization bridging grassroots action, policy advocacy, and regional networking for sustainable peace.
Building Peace Since 2016
Building Blocks for Peace (BBFORPEACE) Foundation is a non-governmental organization working on Conflict Prevention, Prevention of Violent Extremism, Peacebuilding and Sustainable Development in Nigeria.
Founded by Rafiu Adeniran Lawal, BBFORPEACE began with the Nigeria Youth 4 Peace Initiative in 2016 — a movement of young people dissatisfied with the increasing participation of youth in violent extremism and their exclusion from decision-making processes.
Through our Youth4Peace initiative, we have trained and empowered over 5,000 youth and children with support from several local and international stakeholders.
Nigeria Youth 4 Peace Initiative founded
BBFORPEACE incorporated with Corporate Affairs Commission
Became GPPAC West Africa Regional Secretariat
Best Young Peacebuilding Organisation Award (WANEP)
WAYPAN Regional Network established
National Youth Development Award
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Vision & Mission
Our Vision
A peaceful, just and inclusive Africa where youth, women and men lead resilient communities, accountable governance, and sustainable development.
Our Mission
To equip youth, women and men as peacebuilders to prevent violent conflict, protect civic space, and promote sustainable peace through knowledge-sharing, policy advocacy, partnerships and programs.
Our Core Values
Integrity & Accountability
Transparency in all our actions and decisions
Inclusivity & Gender Equality
Ensuring all voices are heard and represented
Innovation & Learning
Continuously improving our approaches
Collaboration & Solidarity
Working together for greater impact
Non-Violence & Do No Harm
Peace in all our methods and actions
Youth Leadership
Young people at the center of decision-making
Strategic Pillars
Our five interlinked impact areas guiding our work over the next five years.
Peace Education & Youth Empowerment
Conflict Prevention, Governance & Accountability
Gender, Climate & Environmental Security
Organizational Sustainability & Partnerships
Livelihoods and Humanitarian
Our Unique Positioning
In Nigeria's peacebuilding ecosystem, BBFORPEACE occupies a unique niche as one of the few truly youth-led organizations operating from the grassroots to policy level.
Youth-Led & Grassroots-Informed
Co-founded and run by young peacebuilders with authenticity among youth constituencies.
Policy-Engaged
Contributing to YPS and WPS action plans across West Africa.
GPPAC Regional Secretariat
West Africa secretariat for Global Partnership for Prevention of Armed Conflict.
Global Youth Networks
Active in United Network of Young Peacebuilders.
Meet Our Team
Passionate young leaders dedicated to building peace and empowering communities.
Rafiu Adeniran Lawal
Executive Director
Founder of BBFORPEACE with extensive experience in youth peacebuilding, policy advocacy, and regional networking across West Africa.
Anthonia Folashade
Communications Manager
Passionate about storytelling for social change and amplifying youth voices across media platforms.
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Eseimokumo Albert
Project Officer (Youth, Peace and Security)
Expert in youth engagement and peacebuilding program design and implementation.
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Samson Shabu
Project Officer (Climate, Peace and Security)
Focused on the nexus between climate change, environmental security, and peacebuilding.
Mercy Oyip
Wellbeing and Admin Assistant
Ensuring organizational wellbeing and smooth administrative operations.
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Board of Trustees
Our distinguished board members provide strategic oversight and guidance for the organization.
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Professor Charles Ukeje
Professor of International Relations at Obafemi Awolowo University with global research experience.
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Rafiu Adeniran Lawal
Founder and Executive Director of BBFORPEACE. Master's in Peace and Conflict Studies from University of Ibadan.
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Lantana Bako Abdullahi
Extensive experience in mediation and interreligious dialogues. Member of African Union FEMWISE.
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Mautin Akapo, ACA, ACTI
Principal at MHL & Associates with 15 years of experience in tax, accounting, and grants management.
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Olayinka Risikat Lawal
Nigerian Business Administrator, Philanthropist, and Managing Director of Albarka Group of Companies.
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Princess Moyinoluwa Olubunmi Falowo
Former Regent at Ibule-Soro Kingdom focusing on grassroots community development initiatives.
Working Together for Peace
We collaborate with international organizations, foundations, and networks to amplify our impact across communities.
Want to partner with us?
Become a PartnerAwards & Recognition
National Youth Development Award
Federal Ministry of Youth Development, Abuja
Best Young Peacebuilding Organisation
West Africa Network for Peacebuilding (WANEP-Nigeria)
Join Us in Building Peace
Whether as a volunteer, partner, or supporter, there are many ways to contribute to our mission.
256, 1st Avenue, FHA, Lugbe
Abuja, Nigeria
+234-8054151494
35, Edward Ujege Street, High Level
Makurdi, Benue State
info@bbforpeace.org