‘A Pillar of Unity’: Peace Forum Applauds Yari’s Role in Calming Northern Conflicts

The International Peace Advocacy Forum (IPAF) has described Senator Abdul Aziz Yari as “a pillar of unity” for his sustained efforts in promoting peace, rebuilding trust, and strengthening interreligious harmony across Northern Nigeria.

In a statement issued by its Chairman, Dr. Emmanuel Haruna, the group commended the former Zamfara State Governor for demonstrating what it called “remarkable and consistent leadership” through deliberate engagements with both Christian and Muslim communities in some of the region’s most fragile areas.

IPAF noted that Senator Yari’s outreach to churches, displaced families, survivors of insurgency attacks, and victims of banditry has not only brought comfort to traumatized communities but has also helped reduce tensions and promote peaceful coexistence.

“As a former governor and now a serving senator, Senator Yari has shown uncommon courage and empathy in standing with vulnerable populations,” the statement read. “His commitment to protecting Christian communities during periods of intense insecurity remains exemplary and deserves national recognition.”

According to IPAF, Yari’s interventions over the years have played a stabilizing role in several conflict-hit communities, fostering dialogue, encouraging tolerance, and strengthening community resilience at a time when Northern Nigeria continues to struggle with complex security threats.

The forum urged political, religious, and community leaders across the country to emulate Senator Yari’s inclusive and bridge-building leadership style, which it described as vital for strengthening national unity and preventing further polarization.

It further reaffirmed its commitment to collaborating with stakeholders to deepen peace-building initiatives and bolster social harmony across Nigeria.