2Face Idibia Peace Awards Accepting Nominations Via Reach Out Foundation

Nigerian singer, 2Face Idibia has launched a peace initiative through his new award programme tagged '2Face Peace Awards'.

6 million naira was awarded which is aimed at promoting peace and supporting young Nigerians involved in peace projects in their communities.

In an official press statement, Mr Idibia claims the award will select 6 winners in the following categories:

1. Women-led Peace Building
2. Youth Peace Building
3. Peace Building in the environment
4. Projects on urban violence and community peace building
5. the use of technology or Social Media for peace building and;
6. Mediation directed at reducing violence against women and girls.

N1million cash award would be presented to each winner.
They will have the opportunity to attend key global peace summits and exchange programmes in 2014.
2Face will mentor the winners and also assist them in sourcing for funds.

2Face said that almost a quarter of the world lived in areas affected by military or civil conflicts. He, however, noted that there were young people who were busy building bridges across communities.

"These young people are mostly unnoticed but you will find them working hard in various places, educating people and helping to manage conflicts and promoting peace."

"They have become community leaders in peace building, reconciliation and post -conflict reconstruction, thereby establishing themselves as the next generation of leaders."

"As we march towards Nigeria’s centenary celebrations in 2014, more than anything else, we choose to celebrate these young unsung heroes, who are active in their communities, promoting peace."

"We want to celebrate them through the 2Face Peace Awards," 2Face Idibia told NAN.