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Eid Mubarak from all of us at PACE Institute

we can accelerate progress and unlock a future where every woman and girl has the opportunity to thrive. Cheers to the women leading social change, breaking barriers, and shaping a more inclusive and equitable world. #GiveToGain #IWD2026

Happy International Women’s Day #IWD2026! Today, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and powerful contributions women make every day in our communities, workplaces, and movements. By #InvestInWomen and embracing #GiveToGain,

More voices. More skills. Greater impact. The movement is growing, and the message is clear: choose purpose, not drugs.

STREET WISEE is stepping into 2026 stronger than ever. Through youth hubs, digital advocacy tools, peer-led campaigns and community partnerships. We’re scaling the fight against drug abuse and criminality—online and offline. #StreetWisee #NoToDrugAbuse #YouthAgainstDrugs

When youth voices are heard and their ideas are valued, education becomes more meaningful, inclusive and alive. At PACE Institute, we celebrate the power of young minds to co-create learning that transforms lives and communities. #InternationalDayOfEducation #EducationForAll

On International Day of Education 2026, under the theme “The Power of Youth in Co-Creating Education,” young people are on the move—not just sitting in classrooms waiting to be taught. They are thinking, imagining, and actively shaping the future of learning.

The festival had exciting moments of art exhibition. The work 'Origin of Others' by Dominic James Aboi attempts to capture the essence of culture using the iconic Nok statue as a microcosm for other African cultures. Meanwhile the work 'Survival' shares an optimistic view

We made history, the Nok Storytelling Festival is a wrap. From electrifying panels on digitalising cultural heritage to vibrant discussions on language, identity, and social cohesion, the festival brought together people

In this conversation on “Healing Through the Art of Storytelling,” @SonOfMalpauliya hosts @NamikenD to discuss how story exchanges can provide psychosocial support in times of crisis.

This conversation, hosted by Tamar Sheyin, features Julius Alkali as they explore archaeological perspectives on Nok terracottas. The pop-up panel aims to examine Nok culture in relation to Bernard Fagg’s discoveries and their significance for

Join Katung Kwas in a compelling conversation with Nathaniel Bivan on “The Narrative of Trauma: Exploring the Interplay between Memory and Therapy,” as they delve into how personal memories shape trauma experiences and the therapeutic pathways that foster healing. #NokFest

Are you geared up for this insightful conversation? Join Baboshiya Asake as she hosts the panel on “Decolonizing Archaeological Literatures in Africa: The Nok Example” with Dr. @namse, @simnom_emmanuel , and Dominic James Aboi, who will delve into colonial frameworks and

In this engaging panel session, Jelilat Abidoye moderates a discussion on “The Digitalization of Cultural Heritage: What, How, and Why?” featuring Keturah Stephen, Suleiman Abdullahi and Zainab Idris as they explore the processes, significance, and future of preserving culture

Meet our guest — Katung Kwasu is a Ph.D. Candidate at the Department of English and Literary Studies, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria. He is an Academic, Writer, Critic, Editor, Teacher Educator and Peace Builder. Kwasu, holds a BA and MA Honours in English and

Meet our guest — Ibrahim Banghal Iliya (IBI) is the Founder of Kaduna Buy and Sell, a leading platform that connects over 1,000 vendors through the Kaduna SMEs thriving community. He is an Architect, Business Consultant and Event Planner,

Meet our guest — Tamar Sheyin is an advocate for quality and accessible education and the Founder of Littafi House, an organization dedicated to empowering communities through education-focused initiatives. Under her leadership, Littafi House has launched impactful projects

Meet our guest — Aliyu Alhassan Kutigi a passionate youth development activist and a graduate of Statistics from Kaduna State University. He has applied his expertise to drive positive change in communities, using data-informed approaches to tackle pressing social issues and

Meet our guest — Keturah Stephen is a passionate sales and branding expert widely known as The Sales Girl, a name that embodies her vibrant approach to helping individuals and businesses scale through strategic sales and storytelling. She is the Founder of Proclive Resources Ltd.