The Kaduna Regional Conference 2024, held at Musa Yar’adua Square, marked a historic moment in promoting unity and interfaith cooperation among the 19 Northern States Government Religious Agencies.

The conference tackled climate change-induced conflicts and security issues in Northern Nigeria, highlighting the role of religion in fostering peace amid climate-related challenges.

Northern Nigeria faces unique issues such as desertification, water scarcity, and food insecurity, which intensify regional tensions and lead to conflicts affecting various communities ¹. Climate-related issues exacerbate regional tensions, often leading to conflicts that disrupt the lives of countless individuals across religious and cultural boundaries.

The conference underscored that differences in faith or practice should not hinder collaboration in solving regional challenges

Prominent religious leaders, including Rev. Dr. Joel Danjuma Manzo and Sheikh Nura Kaleed, urged a united effort among faith groups to address these issues constructively. The conference underscored that differences in faith or practice should not hinder collaboration in solving regional challenges.

The conference highlighted the positive role that faith-based organizations can play in regional development. By working together, religious communities can establish initiatives that promote peace and resilience in the face of climate-related challenges.

Rev. Dr. Joel Danjuma Manzo appealed to the Adamawa State government to include climate change in school curriculums for grassroots inclusiveness. This proactive measure will help future generations understand and address the effects of climate change.

The Kaduna Regional Conference 2024 has set a new standard for interfaith collaboration in Northern Nigeria

The Kaduna Regional Conference 2024 has set a new standard for interfaith collaboration in Northern Nigeria, demonstrating that unity is achievable when religious, social, and government institutions come together with a shared purpose.