Dr. Alimi Abubakar Etsu Bags Prestigious Fellowship of ICRPC
Dr. Alimi Abubakar Etsu, PhD, Nasarawa State University, a distinguished public servant and renowned strategist, has been conferred with the Fellowship Award of the Institute of Crisis Resolution, Peacebuilding and Conciliation (ICRPC). The honour was bestowed during a grand investiture ceremony at the illustrious Novare Mall, Wuse Zone 5, Abuja, celebrating his remarkable contributions to peacebuilding, dialogue, and national development.
The colourful event, described by participants as “a historic convergence of excellence, intellect, and culture,” attracted diplomats, senior military officers, academics, civil society leaders, entrepreneurs, and cultural icons. Guests praised the ceremony not only for its grandeur but also for its profound emphasis on the critical importance of crisis resolution and conciliation in building resilient communities across Nigeria and Africa.
With a PhD from Nasarawa State University, Dr. Etsu combines scholarly insight with practical leadership, creating a rare blend of intellectual depth and hands-on experience. Over the years, he has distinguished himself as a visionary public servant, leading initiatives that foster dialogue, mediate conflicts, and promote social cohesion.
From grassroots interventions to policy advisory roles, Dr. Etsu has consistently demonstrated integrity, strategic foresight, and a passion for transforming conflicts into opportunities for unity. His fellowship is a recognition of a lifetime dedicated to harnessing knowledge, experience, and leadership to advance peace and development.
The investiture ceremony was an evening of spectacle and significance. Traditional and contemporary performances provided a vibrant backdrop as the institute’s leadership, dignitaries, and peers celebrated Dr. Etsu’s achievements.
“The conferment of this fellowship on Dr. Alimi Abubakar Etsu is a recognition of his outstanding service, his scholarship, and his unwavering commitment to building peace. He is a true exemplar of how knowledge and action can transform society,” remarked a senior dignitary.
Dr. Etsu’s acceptance speech reflected humility and vision. He dedicated the fellowship to all Nigerians striving for peace and reconciliation, emphasizing that lasting stability is built through dialogue, understanding, and sustained public service
Dr. Etsu’s fellowship signals Nigeria’s growing leadership in continental peacebuilding frameworks. Experts noted that his recognition at such a high-profile platform underscores the strategic value of combining academic insight with public service, particularly at a time when Africa faces complex socio-political and security challenges.
By joining the ranks of ICRPC Fellows, Dr. Etsu now stands among an elite cadre of professionals shaping global strategies for crisis resolution, conciliation, and social harmony. The honour not only celebrates his past achievements but also entrusts him with a continuing mandate to mentor, lead, and inspire the next generation of peacebuilders.
As the ceremony concluded amidst thunderous applause, heartfelt tributes, and cultural fanfare, one message resonated: the fellowship of Dr. Alimi Abubakar Etsu, PhD, Nasarawa State University, was more than a personal accolade — it was a symbolic affirmation of the transformative power of knowledge-driven public service and the promise of a united, peaceful Africa.
