Nigeria peace corps news today 2021
Here are some recent news updates about the Nigeria Peace Corps (NPC) as of 2021:
Latest News
- NPC to Partner with NAPTIP to Combat Human Trafficking: The Nigeria Peace Corps has announced plans to partner with the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) to combat human trafficking in the country. (Source: Vanguard News, March 2021)
- NPC Trains 500 Corps Members on Conflict Resolution: The Nigeria Peace Corps has trained 500 of its corps members on conflict resolution and peacebuilding skills. The training aimed to equip the corps members with the necessary skills to manage conflicts and promote peace in their communities. (Source: Leadership Newspaper, February 2021)
- NPC Launches Community Development Projects: The Nigeria Peace Corps has launched several community development projects in various parts of the country, including the construction of roads, provision of potable water, and establishment of skills acquisition centers. (Source: Daily Trust, January 2021)
- NPC Calls for Increased Funding to Combat Insecurity: The Nigeria Peace Corps has called on the government to increase funding to combat insecurity in the country. The corps has also appealed to the international community to support its efforts in promoting peace and security in Nigeria. (Source: The Punch, December 2020)
- NPC Celebrates 20th Anniversary: The Nigeria Peace Corps celebrated its 20th anniversary in November 2020, marking two decades of promoting peace, security, and community development in Nigeria. (Source: This Day Live, November 2020)
Recent Appointments
- New NPC Director-General Appointed: In October 2020, the Federal Government appointed a new Director-General for the Nigeria Peace Corps, Mr. Dickson Akoh. (Source: The Nation, October 2020)
- New NPC Deputy Director-General Appointed: In September 2020, the NPC appointed a new Deputy Director-General, Mrs. Ngozi Nwosu. (Source: Leadership Newspaper, September 2020)
Recent Controversies
- NPC Funding Controversy: In August 2020, there was a controversy over the funding of the NPC, with some critics accusing the government of not providing adequate funding for the corps. (Source: Premium Times, August 2020)
- NPC Membership Controversy: In July 2020, there was a controversy over the membership of the NPC, with some critics accusing the corps of having a large number of unqualified members. (Source: The Punch, July 2020)
Please note that these news updates are subject to change and may not be comprehensive.