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WELCOME TO PEACE CORPS OF NIGERIA

We Keep and Promote Peace, and
We do this with the help of a great
Team and Partners

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SERVING WITH COMMITMENT & HOPE

A Nigeria where all young people
are inspired and equipped to realize
their desired future.

WHAT WE DO

WE BELIEVE IN PEACE & PURSUING IT

We Connect Young People with,
Opportunities to transform their lives and
create a better Society for all

AIMS AND OBJECTIVES

BECOME A VOLUNTEER

Our Volunteers work with us to
achieve our Mandates;  develop and
empower Nigerian Youths

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THE NATIONAL COMMANDANT DR DICKSON AKOH

Dr Akoh is an expert in the field of security
and safety measures, Peace Education and
Conflict Resolution, Patriotism ...

PROFILE OF DR AKOH

WE PROMOTE PEACEFUL CO-EXISTENCE

We develop; Empower and provide
Gainful employment for the Youths; to
facilitate Peace; Volunteerism...

OUR PARTNERS

OUR PEACE AND HOPE IS BETTER TOGETHER

We are well-structured with branches
in all the 36 States of the Federation,
including the Federal Capital Territory

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We are one...... all peace men

One Family. One Commitment.

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iconABOUT US

Welcome To The Official Website of Peace Corps of Nigeria

Peace Corps of Nigeria (PCN) is an independent, non- governmental and non-profitable uniformed youth organisation founded on the 10th of July 1998 in Kaduna State, Nigeria principally by a youth development advocate and strategist, Dr Dickson A. O .Akoh, FCITr, FCPA, FNSIS, fnli, with the support of like-minded youths with vast experiences in different sectors to promote national creativity, peace and youth development.

icon MISSION

To connect young people with opportunities to transform their lives and creating a more peaceful society for all.

Vision

Envisions a Nigeria where all young people are adequately inspired and equipped to achieve their desired goals.

Motto

Discipline and Patriotic Services.

Core Mandate

To develop, empower and provide gainful employment for the youth, facilitate peace, volunteerism, community services, neighborhood watch and nation-building.

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Who We Are

We bring the right people together to challenge established thinking and Drive Transformation.

Peace Corps of Nigeria (PCN) is an independent, non- governmental and non-profitable uniformed youth organisation founded on the 10th of July 1998 in Kaduna State, Nigeria principally by a youth development advocate and strategist, Dr Dickson A. O .Akoh, FCITr, FCPA, FNSIS, fnli, with the support of like-minded youths with vast experiences in different sectors to promote national creativity, peace and youth development. It is registered as a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) on 1stMay 2002 in accordance with the Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA), 1990 of the Laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, LFN under Part “C” now Part “F” with a registration number, CAC/IT/14589. The Federal Ministry of Finance, Budget and National Planning granted the Corps alicense to operate in Nigeria as a Non-Governmental Organization with Ref. No.: MBNP/NGO-IC/S.1503/VOL.1/64 dated 11th January, 2023. Peace Corps brings the right people together to challenge established thinking and drive transformation.

At PCN, we believe that well-oriented young people possess the power to solve the world’s toughest problems, and for over 25 years, we have led and sustained coordinated action to harness the talents and potentials of Nigeria’s young people. At the heart of our efforts is capacity building programmes that propel the youths  to success as citizens and tailor their creative potentials towards volunteerism, peace work and community services.

The cardinal aim of PCN is to develop in the youths the attributes of patriotism, good citizenship, positive work ethics, sound leadership qualities, physical fitness and to stimulate their interest towards the onerous task of nation-building.

PCN is Nigeria's foremost voluntary youth organization and youth self-support initiative and volunteerism have been taken as the basis for all PCN intervention and SDGs activities to enable them to contribute positively towards the mainstreaming of social development process. It has had partnership with national and international organisations like the National Youth Council of Nigeria and its affiliate bodies, National Association of Nigerian Students, Universal Peace Federation, Youth Federation for World Peace, African Union and United Nations and its organs. In carrying out its mandate, the Corps aligns itself with international best practices on youth empowerment, humanitarian services and social works..

From its inception to date, PCN and its members have encountered diverse contemporary challenges, but each member of the Corps had been trained to approach such challenges with strict discipline, unwavering patriotism and undying passion.
The efforts of Peace Corps officers, particularly in Schools and Colleges, represent an enduring legacy of selfless service, and have become a significant part of social mobilisation of the Nigerian youths in the onerous task of nation-building.

We Bring the right people together to challenge established thinking and Drive Transformation.

We prioritize diverse voices and social inclusion to ensure that youth realize their full potential.
  • At PCN, we believe that the youth are not a homogenous group, and every single young person deserves opportunities to learn, grow and excel.
  • We prioritize diverse voices and social inclusion to ensure that they realize their full potentials, which in turn, makes the world a better and more equitable place.
  • To support all young people across the country to succeed in realizing the future the desire for themselves,
  • PCN is committed to advancing social inclusion by breaking down barriers limiting young persons’ chances to thrive and work to derive equal access and outcomes.

We Bring the right people together to challenge established thinking and Drive Transformation.

We are in a bid to fill the void by providing a veritable platform for intelligence networking.
  • Our programs are grounded with local contents by local partners around the globe,
  • and ably supported by PCN members and volunteers across the country.
  • This helps us to proffer solutions that address real needs, challenges and explore opportunities.

We Bring the right people together to challenge established thinking and Drive Transformation.

Our enduring legacy of selfless service, have become a significant part of social mobilisation of the Nigerian youths in the onerous task of nation-building.
  • In the last 22 years, PCN has demonstrated commitment to positive and impactful youth development in Nigeria, and has gained a track record of programmatic achievements,
  • During this period also, the world around us has changed significantly.
  • With an estimated over 1.2 billion young people now on the planet, a significant number of whom are not in school, work or any form of training, we see the need to scale up our intervention and impact quickly..

We Bring the right people together to challenge established thinking and Drive Transformation.

Our comprehensive and practical orientation programmes serve as social mechanisms to assist the youth to cope with the many challenges of the 21st century.
  • Globally, employers have identified two (2) critical gaps-relevant technical skills and life skills.
  • PCN initiatives improve skills alignment and equip young people with skills to effectively contribute meaningfully to the workplace, excel in self-employment or as entrepreneurs.
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From its inception to date, PCN and its members have encountered diverse contemporary challenges, but each member of the Corps had been trained to approach such challenges with strict discipline, unwavering patriotism and undying passion.

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Our Driving Phylosophy

At PCN, we believe that well-oriented young people possess the power to solve the world’s toughest problems. For over 22 years, we have led and sustained coordinated action to harness the talents and potentials of Nigeria’s young people. At the heart of our efforts is building partnerships, initiatives and programmes that prepare young adults to success as citizens, employees, entrepreneurs and change-drivers.

The PCN Academy

The Peace Corps of Nigeria has commenced a vigorous fundraising drive towards the completion of its premier academy..
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View Locations

PCN is available in all 36 states of the Federation. Click below to see a full listing of Addresses & Links.
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For more than 2 decades, PCN has worked with corporate partners, educational institutions and international organisations.
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BECOME A MEMBER

The membership of the PCN is open to all Nigerian youths, irrespective of their religion, tribe, sex or social status. Currently, PCN has a membership strength of over 187,000 youths, comprising of both regular members and volunteers.

Also, it has a well-structured network of branches in all the 36 States of the Federation, including the Federal Capital Territory.

The activities of PCN are generally related to the promotion of peace and social order, youth development/empowerment, volunteerism, humanitarian services, environmental health and preservation/maintenance of social order.

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Regular Members

Membership of the organization is exclusively preserved for Nigerian citizens, and is open to all youth, both male and female, irrespective of political and social status, ethnicity, State of origin or religious affiliation.

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Student Membership

In accordance with the relevant provisions of the Constitution of PCN, membership of the organization is open to all students of educational institutions, from the secondary to tertiary levels. Membership is on voluntary basis.

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Volunteer Member

PCN also has a provision for employed and retired professionals in various fields, to create positive impact in society by serving as Peace Corps Volunteers.provided such individuals are willing to commit their time, energy,..

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Together we can build a culture of peace. Kindly support our peace club in schools and colleges.

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YEARS OF EXISTENCE

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HUMAN DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS EXECUTED

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HUMANITARIAN INTERVENTIONS

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NEWS & ARTICLE

Get news and updates from the Peace Corps of Nigeria, our rich blog has all the basic information regarding our operations and activities.

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57, Iya Abubakar Crescent,
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Opposite Jabi Lake,
Jabi, Abuja

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