About IPCR
Established in 2000 as a government ‘think-tank,’ the Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution (IPCR) has evolved into a peace and governance expertise hub. Initially under the Ministry of Cooperation and Integration in Africa (MCIA), IPCR now operates under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, driving peace-focused policies.
IPCR is a semi-autonomous agency that provides research, policy advisory and direct interventions in conflict prevention, resolution and management to the Nigerian government and other peacebuilding actors. With a dedicated team spanning multiple disciplines and a deep understanding of local contexts, IPCR, headquartered in Abuja, Nigeria,
operates across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones (North-central, North-east, North-west, South-west, South-south, and South-east) and Africa with a bias for west Africa and the Sahel region, tirelessly advancing peace, conflict resolution, and governance. IPCR is a beacon of conflict research, guiding policy towards sustainable peace.
Our Fundamental principle is that peace is an all-inclusive process; we firmly believe in the necessity of institutional support to effectively achieve our mandate. This principle underscores our commitment to engaging diverse stakeholders, pooling resources, and leveraging on collective strengths in our mission to foster lasting peace and sustainable development.
Vision
Our vision is to become Nigeria’s preeminent think tank and intellectual hub for peace research and conflict analysis, guiding government policies on peace, security, and good governance. We aim to be Nigeria’s premier trainer in peace and conflict resolution.
Mission
Our mission encompasses field studies, research, conflict sensitisation, mediation, and advocacy. We promote transparent governance and offer policy recommendations to foster a culture of peace. Our commitment extends to organising national and international capacity-building events, establishing regional affiliates, and crafting a comprehensive peace framework for Nigeria.