It focused on Otukpo in Benue State, Barkin Ladi in Plateau State, and Yagba West in Kogi State, areas heavily affected by banditry.
Browsing: sustainable peace
His peace journey began in 2002 when Obong Victor Attah appointed him Commissioner in his administration. Even at that level, Akpabio stood out for his calm disposition, open door policy and passion for reconciliation. He reached across divides, built friendships that cut across ethnicity, religion and politics. Those who worked closely with him remember his favourite saying: “Akwa Ibom is one family.” That simple phrase would later become the defining philosophy of his leadership.