Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has lauded the appointment of a lecturer with the University of Jos, Elia Lamle, as the lead consultant on integrating peacebuilding into Nigeria’s Action Plan (NAP).

This was contained in a congratulatory message by Director of Press and Public Affairs (DOPPA), to the governor, Gyang Bere,  on Saturday in Jos.

Mr Lamle is a professor of anthropology and renowned scholar of conflict management at the Centre for Peace and Conflict Studies of the university.

The governor particularly thanked the Federal Ministry of Environment and the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) for recognising Mr Lamle’s expertise and entrusting him with such a pivotal national assignment.

Mr Bere quoted Mr Mutfwang as saying in the statement, “Lamle is a distinguished Nigerian academic who is widely respected for his deep expertise in conflict resolution and peacebuilding. His intellectual depth, visionary thinking, and influential role in shaping developmental policies and governance across Africa are widely recognised. His remarkable body of work has significantly influenced conflict management frameworks and policy interventions on the continent. His unwavering dedication to excellence, resilience in personal and professional development, and commitment to nation building make him an asset not just to Plateau, but Nigeria and the global community,”

Mr Mutfwang, who described the appointment as “timely,” expressed confidence in Mr Lamle’s ability to offer strategic guidance at both national and global levels.

As lead consultant, Mr Lamle is expected to provide technical leadership in strengthening the capacity of government institutions, civil society organisations and sub-national actors.

He will also provide support towards designing and implementing climate action strategies aimed at promoting peace and stability across Nigeria’s geopolitical zones.

(NAN)