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Why traditional institutions better suited for resolving conflicts — Etsu Nupe

Nathaniel Irobi by Nathaniel Irobi
February 9, 2025
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Why traditional institutions better suited for resolving conflicts — Etsu Nupe

Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar, the Etsu Nupe

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Traditional institutions have more potential for conflict resolution than conventional  agencies, considering their proximity to the people and their veneration in the society.

The Etsu Nupe, Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar,  made the assertion on Wednesday in Lagos.

The Etsu Nupe, also the Chairman, Niger State Council of Traditional Rulers, delivered a lecture on the theme, “Traditional Authority and National Integration in Nigeria”.

The lecture was organised by the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs (NIIA) with the aim of  generating national discourse on the relevance of traditional institutions.

Abubakar said that traditional institutions understood the basic problems confronting their peoples and societies, culturally, religiously and emotionally.

He said that the expertise of traditional rulers as peacemakers and socio-cultural bridge builders should be maximally exploited to bring greater value and understanding among the different peoples of Nigeria.

The royal father emphasised the significance of traditional institutions for the overall development of Nigeria.

He said that traditional institutions had deep-rooted attachments to local communities and  had the abilities to influence public acceptance of initiatives.

He said this was in addition to their established roles as custodians of cultural values.

According to the Etsu Nupe, traditional institutions prioritised communal interests  vital for re-establishing peaceful societies.

He noted that traditional institutions encompassed traditional rulers, traditional title holders, religious leaders and community elders.

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“Most significantly, their permanent residency and intimate familiarity with local environments makes them ideal for effective community surveillance and security management as well as local experts in conflict resolution.

The royal father called on the National Assembly to rethink its review of the constitution along the debates of restructuring governance, devolution of powers and the complex interplay between traditional institutions and the federal political system in Nigeria’s multi-ethnic democracy.

According to him, amid growing insecurity, ethnic tensions and perceived declining national cohesion, advocating a formalised constitutional advisory role is seeking to leverage centuries-old indigenous governance structures to tackle modern challenges.

“The system of local leadership was entrenched long before colonialism. Modernism brought about eroding of this cherished system, and modern governments are reluctant to re-integrate it into modern governance.

“Therefore, it is imperative that the reluctance to accord the traditional institutions the authority to serve in matters affecting religion, culture, security and conflict resolution may need to be reconsidered.

“Also, the tacit advisory roles that the traditional rulers and religious leaders play today would need to be formalised.

“They are already serving as consultants on a variety of issues including security and conflict resolution,” Abubakar said.

Abubakar,  also Chairman, Coordinating Committee of National Council of Traditional Rulers of Nigeria, said  that the council’s vision for and commitment to security, peace and welfare of citizens transcended Nigeria.

He added that the council’s experiences in peacebuilding were centuries-old.

He said that traditional institutions were the bedrock of the success of any government.

According to him, this is because the traditional institution is an enduring cultural heritage of the people and a system through which they govern themselves.

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L-R: Prof. Eghosa Osaghae, Director-General, Nigerian Institute of International Affairs (NIIA); Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar, the Etsu Nupe; Prince Adewole Adebayo, Presidential Candidate of the Social Democratic Party in the 2023 General Elections; at an NIIA lecture on Wednesday in Lagos

 

 

Prof. Eghosa Osaghae, Director-General of NIIA, said that  questions were being asked about traditional institutions in Nigeria.

“Almost everyone agrees that if we are looking for the anchor that will help us solve many of the problems and mobilise national support especially in the security sector, the place to look at is the traditional institution.

“I am sure that the contributions from the NIIA will help in the resolution of a national quest and the emergencies that confront our nation today,” Osaghae said.

The Chairman of the occasion, Prince Adewole Adebayo,  said  that the existence of traditional institutions should be taken advantage of, because solutions to national problems were situated there.

“The people of Nigeria don’t care much about the form of government but about justice, and traditional institutions are instruments of justice.

“Even in diplomacy, traditional institutions are soft power. Our traditional institutions are soft institutions and have the dignity of our society,” he said. (NAN)

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