Peace Corps of Nigeria
Name: Peace Corps of Nigeria (PCN)
Founded: July 10, 1998
Founder: Prof. Dickson A. O. Akoh
Headquarters: 57, Iya Abubakar Crescent, Off Alex Ekwueme Way, Opposite Jabi Lake, Jabi, Abuja
Motto: Discipline and Patriotic Services
Type: Non-Governmental, Uniformed Youth Organization
What Is the Peace Corps of Nigeria?
The Peace Corps of Nigeria (PCN) is a youth-focused, non-governmental organization committed to promoting national creativity, peace, and youth development. Established on July 10, 1998, by Prof. Dickson A. O. Akoh in Kaduna State, PCN aims to harness the potential of Nigerian youths towards nation-building and community service. The organization operates under the guiding principles of discipline and patriotic service, envisioning a Nigeria where young people are inspired, equipped, and connected to opportunities that transform lives and strengthen communities.
Youth Empowerment: PCN focuses on developing, empowering, and providing gainful employment for Nigerian youths through various capacity-building programs.
Peace and Volunteerism: The organization facilitates peace, volunteerism, community services, neighborhood watch, and nation-building initiatives.
Community Engagement: PCN officers have been involved in maintaining law and order, crowd management, and control during events organized by government establishments, educational institutions, and religious bodies.
International Recognition: The Peace Corps of Nigeria has been accorded special consultative status by the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), highlighting its commitment to youth development and peacebuilding.
The Peace Corps of Nigeria continues to play a vital role in shaping the future of Nigerian youths by instilling values of discipline, patriotism, and service to the nation.
