Bring Hope to 1000 Poor Nigerian Families this Christmas!

Are you seeking to make a positive impact this Christmas? We've got a great opportunity for you!

In 2023, we distributed Christmas palliatives in Barkin Ladi, Mangu, and Riyom Local Government Areas of Plateau State, Nigeria, bringing joy and relief to thousands of families. Similar distributions took place in Kaduna and Benue States with a total of 1000 bags of palliatives shared to poor families. Well-meaning organisations and individuals like you will be giving generously to support social causes worldwide on Giving Tuesday (3rd December 2024). Join Us in Transforming Lives This Christmas Season                                           

Watch How Lives Were Blessed last year

This year, we're aiming higher, with a target of £25,000.

Here's how you can get involved:

- Pledge Now: Commit to a donation amount and help us reach our goal.

- Donate Now: Your immediate contribution can bring hope to those who need it most.

- Raise Funds: Partner with us by creating your own fundraising campaign. Rally your friends, family, and community to support our cause.

Your donation today can go twice as far. Thanks to our generous matching fund sponsors, every dollar you give will be doubled, maximizing the difference we can make together.

Have questions? We've got answers. Visit our FAQ PAGE to learn more about how you can participate and make the most of your contribution.

Contact Us

For more information or assistance, please reach out to us:

- Email: [email protected]

Thank you for your generous pledge to PSJ UK, Christmas Love Outreach 2024.
The world is blessed because of people like you.😀

As a pledger, you are not allowed to donate now. You will be requested to redeem your pledge afterwards. We will write to you closer to the date to let you know when it's time to fulfill your pledge.

It’s our prayer that as you have generously pledged to bring joy and hope to many families this Christmas season, you and yours will never lack in Jesus' name.

God bless you once again for your generous pledge.

Thank you for pledging.

You can head over to our donate page to support this cause.

Are you a wordsmith with a passion for storytelling? Do you believe in the power of words to inspire change and make a difference? PSJUK is looking for talented Creative Writers to join our volunteer team. Your writing will help us connect with our audience, share our mission, and drive meaningful action.

About PSJUK

At PSJUK, our mission is to promote peace-building, social justice, and sustainable development in Nigeria and other parts of the world. We focus on advocacy, education, and community support, and storytelling is at the heart of how we communicate our impact and vision. As a Creative Writer, you will be vital in crafting narratives that resonate with our supporters, raise awareness, and motivate people to get involved.

What You’ll Do

As a Creative Writer at PSJUK, you will:

• Craft Compelling Content: Write engaging stories, articles, blog posts, newsletters, and other content that highlights our work, shares the stories of those we help, and showcases our impact.
• Develop Campaign Messaging: Collaborate with our communications and marketing teams to create powerful messaging for fundraising campaigns, events, and advocacy efforts.
• Contribute to Social Media: Help develop content for our social media platforms, creating posts that capture attention, engage our audience, and encourage them to take action.
• Assist with Grant Writing: Support our grant writing efforts by crafting persuasive narratives that align with our mission and demonstrate the need for funding.
• Edit & Proofread Content: Review and refine content to ensure it’s polished, professional, and aligned with our brand voice and messaging.

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking volunteers who:

• Strong Writing Skills: You should have experience in creative writing and a portfolio that showcases your ability to write engaging and impactful content.
• Are Passionate Storytellers: A passion for storytelling and the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and compellingly are essential.
• Are Versatile & Adaptable: You should be comfortable writing in different styles and formats, from blog posts to social media updates to fundraising appeals.
• Are Detail-Oriented: Strong attention to detail is important to ensure accuracy and consistency across all written content.
• Believe in Our Cause: It is vital that you are committed to our mission and desire to use your writing skills to support our work.

Why Volunteer with Us?

- Make an Impact with Your Words: Your writing will directly contribute to our mission, helping us reach more people and make a greater impact.
- Enhance Your Portfolio: Gain experience and build your portfolio with meaningful writing projects that make a difference.
- Join a Supportive Team: Work alongside a dedicated team of volunteers and staff passionate about making a positive change.
- Flexible Commitment: We offer flexible volunteer opportunities, allowing you to contribute your skills in a way that fits your schedule, whether remotely or on-site.

Join PSJUK and use your words to inspire change!

Do you have a passion for storytelling through video? Are you skilled at creating engaging and impactful visual content? PSJUK is looking for talented Video Editors to join our team as volunteers. Your expertise will help us communicate our mission, amplify our message, and inspire action through compelling videos.

What You’ll Do

As a Video Editor at PSJUK, you will:

• Edit & Produce Videos: Create high-quality video content for our website, social media, events, and campaigns, ensuring it aligns with our brand and message.
• Collaborate on Projects: Work closely with our communications and marketing teams to develop video concepts, storyboards, and scripts that effectively convey our mission and impact.
• Enhance Visual Storytelling: Use your editing skills to craft powerful narratives that engage and inspire our audience, from short promotional clips to longer documentary-style videos.
• Manage Video Assets: Organize and manage video files, ensuring all content is stored efficiently and easily accessible for future use.
• Stay Updated on Trends: Stay up to date with the latest video editing techniques and trends to ensure our content remains fresh, relevant, and impactful.

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking volunteers who:

• Are Creative & Detail-Oriented: A keen eye for detail and a creative approach to storytelling are essential for creating videos that capture attention and convey our message effectively.
• Are Good Collaborators: You’ll be working with various team members, so strong communication skills and the ability to take feedback and collaborate effectively are important.
• Understand Visual Storytelling: You should deeply understand how to use visuals, audio, and pacing to tell compelling stories that resonate with viewers.
• Share Our Passion: A commitment to our cause and a desire to use your skills to make a positive impact are crucial.

Why Volunteer with Us?

Make a Visual Impact: Your work will help shape how our mission is perceived and support our efforts to drive change through powerful visual content.
Build Your Portfolio: Gain valuable experience and expand your portfolio with meaningful projects that showcase your editing skills and creativity.
Join a Passionate Team: Work alongside like-minded individuals dedicated to making a difference and be part of a supportive and collaborative environment.
Flexible Volunteering: We offer flexible opportunities, allowing you to contribute your skills in a way that fits your schedule, whether remotely or on-site.

Join PSJUK and help us tell our story through the power of video!

Are you a creative individual passionate about making a difference through design? At PSJUK, we believe that powerful visuals can profoundly communicate our mission and impact. We're looking for talented graphics design volunteers who can help us tell our story, engage our audience, and amplify our message.

About PSJUK

PSJUK is dedicated to promoting Peace Building, Social Justice and Sustainable Development in Nigeria. Our work spans advocacy, education, and community support, and we rely on the skills and commitment of volunteers like you to bring our vision to life. Your design work will not only shape how we are perceived but will also play a crucial role in driving the success of our campaigns and projects.

What You'll Do

As a Graphics Design Volunteer at PSJUK, you will:

• Create Visual Content: Design compelling graphics for our website, social media platforms, newsletters, and print materials.
• Collaborate on Campaigns: Work with our communications and marketing teams to develop visuals for specific campaigns, ensuring consistency in messaging and branding.
• Innovate & Inspire: Use your creativity to introduce new design concepts and ideas that can help us better engage our community.
• Contribute to Impactful Projects: Your designs will support our ongoing projects, from awareness campaigns to fundraising initiatives, and help us reach a broader audience.

Why Volunteer with Us?

• Make a Difference: Your work will directly contribute to our mission and help us drive change in our communities.
• Build Your Portfolio: Gain real-world experience and expand your portfolio with meaningful projects that make a difference.
• Network & Grow: Connect with like-minded individuals, expand your professional network, and learn from a dedicated team.
• Flexible Commitment: We understand the importance of balancing volunteer work with other commitments. We offer flexible hours and the option to work remotely.

Join PSJUK and use your creativity to make a real difference.

Are you passionate about Nigeria and want to make a difference?

Gather your friends, family, or colleagues and host a cluster meeting to discuss key issues affecting Nigeria. This is an opportunity to connect with others who care about Nigeria’s future, share insights, and take action together.

Why Host a Cluster Meeting?

Engage with like-minded individuals.
Discuss important topics on Nigeria’s development.
Take Action through our Call-to-Action initiatives
Support ongoing efforts to create positive change

Hosting is Easy

We provide all the resources you need, whether you’re planning a physical or virtual meeting.
Physical Meeting Resources: Presentation slides, printouts and more.
Virtual Meeting Resources: Meeting links, presentation slides, and Call-to-Action links.

What You Need to Do

1. Identify a Host - It could be you!
2. Invite Participants - Your friends, family, and colleagues.
3. Coordinate with Us - We’ll help with planning and resources.
4. Run the Meeting - Follow our guide and make an impact.

Get Involved Today

Please email us at [email protected] or visit www.psjuk.org/events to learn more about how you can host a cluster meeting. Together, we can create the change we want to see in Nigeria.

Join the Movement with PSJ UK. Host a Cluster Meeting today

Gift Aid is a simple way to increase the value of your donations to PSJUK without any extra cost. By allowing us to claim back the basic tax rate on your donations, we can receive an additional 25p for every £1 you donate. This means that for every £10 you give, PSJUK can claim an extra £2.50, making your contribution go even further.

How Does Gift Aid Work?

If you are a UK taxpayer, you can opt into Gift Aid by either ticking the 'Gift Aid' box when making a donation or by filling out a short declaration form before making your donation(s) or afterwards. This form confirms that you agree to PSJUK claiming tax relief on your donations, and it only takes a few minutes to complete. Once you've signed up, all your future donations will automatically qualify for Gift Aid unless you cancel your declaration. We will also be able to reclaim Gift Aid on donations made within the past 4 years from the declaration's signing date.

Why is Gift Aid Important to PSJUK?

The additional funds raised through Gift Aid enable us

• To reach more people
• Offer more services,
• And make a greater impact on the lives of those who need it most.

Your generosity helps us sustain and expand our programmes, and with Gift Aid, your donation can make an even bigger difference. Whether it's providing essential resources, supporting our advocacy efforts, or helping us run our community projects, every pound counts — and with Gift Aid, it counts even more.

How to Sign Up for Gift Aid

Signing up for Gift Aid is easy. If you haven't already done so, fill out our online Gift Aid declaration form or download a copy to send by post. You only need to do this once, and it will cover all donations you’ve made in the last four years and any future donations.

Thank you for considering Gift Aid. Your support, enhanced by Gift Aid, helps us continue our vital work and bring hope and assistance to those who need it most.

Need More Information?

If you have any questions about Gift Aid or need help completing the declaration form, please don't hesitate to contact us. We’re here to help you maximise your impact.

Please note that by submitting this form, you confirm that you are a UK taxpayer and understand that if you pay less Income Tax and/or Capital Gains Tax in the current tax year than the amount of Gift Aid claimed on all your donations, it will be your responsibility to pay any difference.

By Abiola Aderibigbe

The phrase "Justice is Blind" or in Latin "Justitia est Caecus" implies that justice is objective and unbiased. Justice is expected to be administered impartially, without regard for race, gender, ethnicity, religion, education, or background. The phrase also speaks to how judges, juries, and law enforcement make decisions. The expectation is that decisions are made based on careful fact-finding, thorough investigation, and reasonable/logical deduction. However, in Nigeria, it appears that justice is not blind, but rather turns a 'blind eye' to the plight of many of its citizens.

Nigeria is currently regarded as one of the most dangerous and insecure places to visit/live in the world. According to the Council on Foreign Relations' Nigeria Security Tracker (NST), 3,841 people were reported killed by non-state actors in 2023, with 4,243 others kidnapped. The Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Office (FCDO) advises "against all travel to parts of Nigeria" because "terrorists are very likely to try and carry out attacks in Nigeria." With ongoing threats from Islamic State West Africa (ISWA) and Boko Haram, Nigeria remains a 'hotbed' for kidnappings, killings, and terrorist attacks.

Recent killings in Plateau state serve as an example of terrorism. On Christmas eve, 2023, the people of the Bokkos, Barkin-Ladi and Mangu areas of the state were subjected to simultaneous devastating attacks across several communities. According to an investigation launched by the International Organisation of Peace Building and Social Justice ("PSJUK"), the attackers killed 331 people and injured 153. By doing so, they displaced 1,868 households and 13,310 people. Less than a month later, on January 23, 2024, another atrocity occurred when insurgents attacked the Mangu Local Government Area, killing people and wiping out families. These ongoing mass -atrocities against Nigerians are unacceptable and unconscionable.

The Right to Life is a fundamental right that all Nigerians should have. After all, it is enshrined in Section 33 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended). Section 33(1) of the Constitution states that "every person has a right to life, and no one shall be intentionally deprived of his/her life...". Beyond the Nigerian Constitution, the Fundamental Right to Life is enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR), and the African Charter on Human and Peoples Rights. Despite these provisions, Nigeria’s insurgents continue to break the law, flagrantly disregarding the rights guaranteed by the Constitution and international regulations. Worryingly, there are no tangible, transparent consequences to these illegal activities. Unfortunately, these killings in Plateau continue to signal what is quickly becoming the norm across swathes of the nation, and it is past time for state and federal officials to take impactful action to ‘Stop The Killings’ & ‘Bring Peace’.

With the Nigerian leadership currently failing to fulfil its primary responsibility to its own people (the ‘Responsibility to Protect’),  this piece is a clarion call to all Nigerians in the diaspora to assist our downtrodden brothers, sisters, and fellow human beings back home. It is time for REAL change!

As a result, our call to action is urgently required and must be swift, just, and powerful. PSJUK was founded specifically to address this issue and seek this change. PSJUK's mission is to engage national and international institutions in order to persistently advocate for justice, peace, and human rights, particularly in marginalised communities. The charity’s vision is to be a trusted ally and primary supporter of peacebuilding and social justice in all Nigerian communities.

As Nigerians in the diaspora, we have the power to effect the change we so desperately want by supporting PSJUK. This support can take the form of donations, pledges, contributions, and/or volunteering.

This support action is required because "change will not occur if we wait for another person or a different time. We are who we have been waiting for.’’ Barack Obama stated, "We are the change that we seek."

With the weight and might of the Nigerian Diaspora behind an organisation like PSJUK, justice can no longer be denied in Nigeria and justice cannot remain blind to the disadvantage of ordinary Nigerians either!

Abiola Aderibigbe volunteers as General Counsel with PSJUK – A UK-based advocacy charity mobilizing Nigerians in the diaspora to be influencers for positive change.  www.PSJUK.org

Gift Aid is a simple way to increase the value of your donations to PSJUK without any extra cost to you. By allowing us to claim back the basic rate of tax on your donations, we can receive an additional 25p for every £1 you donate. This means that for every £10 you give, PSJUK can claim an extra £2.50, making your contribution go even further.

How Does Gift Aid Work?

If you are a UK taxpayer, you can opt into Gift Aid by either ticking the 'Gift Aid' box at the time of making a donation or by filling out a short declaration form either before making your donation(s) or afterwards. This form confirms that you agree to PSJUK claiming tax relief on your donations, and it only takes a few minutes to complete. Once you've signed up, all of your future donations will automatically qualify for Gift Aid unless you choose to cancel your declaration. We will also be able to reclaim Gift Aid on donations made within the past 4 years from the date of signing the declaration.

Why is Gift Aid Important to PSJUK?

The additional funds raised through Gift Aid enable us to reach more people, offer more services, and make a greater impact on the lives of those who need it most.

Your generosity helps us sustain and expand our programmes, and with Gift Aid, your donation can make an even bigger difference. Whether it's providing essential resources, supporting our advocacy efforts, or helping us run our community projects, every pound counts — and with Gift Aid, it counts even more.

How to Sign Up for Gift Aid

Signing up for Gift Aid is easy. If you haven't already done so, simply fill out our online Gift Aid declaration form or download a copy to send by post. You only need to do this once, and it will cover all donations you’ve made in the last four years and any future donations.

Thank you for considering Gift Aid. Your support, enhanced by Gift Aid, helps us continue our vital work and bring hope and assistance to those who need it most.

Need More Information?

If you have any questions about Gift Aid or need help completing the declaration form, please don't hesitate to contact us. We’re here to help you maximise your impact.

Our contact details are in the footer at the bottom of this page.

Standing orders can only be set up by you (the donor) . You give an instruction to your bank to pay PSJUK a fixed amount at regular intervals. You can set this up from within your banking app online or on your phone; alternatively by sending in a standing order mandate form. You can amend or cancel the standing order as and when you like.

Standing orders are the most cost-effective way to donate to the charity, as we don't incur any bank processing fees. Also you, current account customers do not have to pay any transaction charges for standing orders.

If you would like to set up a Standing Order to regularly donate to PSJUK, please log into your bank account, navigate to the standing order section and use these details from our Bank, Metro Bank Plc

Bank Details 

Payee name: PSJUK (International organization for Peace Building & Social Justice UK)

Sort Code: 23-05-80 

Account Number: 46349776 

You may be asked: ‘Is this a business?’, If so, the answer is: YES

If you do a recurring donation this way, please email us to let us know so we can thank you and so you can tell us whether to claim Gift Aid on your donation.

If you prefer to fill out a Standing Order Mandate, you can download one HERE 

Once filled out you can either post or email the mandate form to us at the following address:

Email address: [email protected]

Postal Address

PSJUK

44, Watford Way

Hendon

London NW7 4AL.

It is important that this form is returned to this address, rather than your bank, so we can register your regular donation. After this we will pass the form on to your bank.

The announcement from 10 Downing Street that Prime Minister Keir Starmer had spoken over the phone with the Nigerian President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, gives renewed hope to many Nigerians and friends of Nigeria. This hope is that more serious efforts may be afoot to bring true peace and prosperity to Nigeria – an achievement that would benefit both countries.

The UK and Nigeria have deep historical and cultural ties that have been left unmaximized for years. Signed in 2018, a security and defence partnership pact between the two countries was intended to transform how the UK and Nigeria worked together to tackle shared threats and keep people safe.

At the time, the then-Prime Minister Theresa May said: “The new partnership will lay the foundations for us to step up efforts to promote our shared stability, prosperity and growth, through a series of new initiatives to help Nigeria defeat Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa.”

Unfortunately, the pact has hardly fostered an increase in peace and security. According to the Council of Foreign Relations’ Nigerian Security Tracker, since 2012 the number of deaths has been on an upward trajectory.

And then earlier this year in February, when she was the business secretary, Kemi Badenoch MP, who herself is of Nigerian descent, signed an Enhanced Trading Pact designed to open up the possibilities of improving UK and Nigeria’s trading relationship, beyond its current paltry £7billion in such a vast nation.

So, do we dare hope that this phone call between Starmer and Tinubu heralds the removal of any barriers for Nigeria and the UK to achieve the objectives they have always talked about? Could this untapped potential now turn into realized potential and result in a positive turnaround of fate for millions of Nigerians and Brits?

The breakdown of security in Nigeria which has affected each of the six geo-political zones in the country has left this significant commonwealth partner stuck in gear one of development and progress – some would argue that it has moved into reverse gear.

Nigeria’s North-East region has seen recent attempts by the extremist terrorist groups Boko Haram and ISIS West Africa to re-kindle the heights of the decade-long atrocities to infiltrate further into Nigeria with their warped ideological intentions, to deny Nigerian children education and to bring down the government.

Other terrorists known locally as ‘bandits’ operate from various other cells and have wreaked havoc in the way of killings and mass abductions, particularly in the North-West region of the country.

The North-Central region of Nigeria, known as the middle-belt, has experienced a lot of deadly attacks. While many people view those attacks as religiously and ethnically motivated, the government of Nigeria and Western powers often describe them as mainly inter-communal clashes occasioned by conflicts arising from the migratory push southwards as climate change and ecological degradation force herders to seek other sources of nourishment for their cattle.

The Nigerian government has also, over the last decade, been accused repeatedly of failing to protect its citizens, with allegations of complicity among some officials, including involvement in human rights violations and extrajudicial killings under the pretext of combating insecurity.

While there are some hopeful signs that the current administration is a lot more inclined towards addressing the insecurity collapse and impunity which has hitherto pervaded the land, greater action is needed.

Heightened insecurity over the years has exacerbated the cost of living crisis alongside the impacts of the Nigerian government’s major reforms. This has cumulated in the recent protests across the country tagged – End Bad Governance.

The phone call between Starmer and Tinubu might well have been a diplomatic and political formality. However, the hope among Nigerians in the diaspora lies in the fact that the leaders welcomed this moment as an opportunity to reset and strengthen this relationship by working closely together to drive economic growth and prosperity between our countries.

The new minister of Africa, Lord Collins of Highbury, who works in the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office run by Secretary of State David Lammy, said of his appointment he was looking forward to reconnecting with African countries, putting trade and growth at the heart of partnerships.

In Nigeria’s case, the starting point for this must be to bring peace, stability and the rule of law across the country.

PSJ UK, a diaspora-mobilising think-tank and advocacy group, calls on the UK and Nigeria to show readiness to ramp-up their commitment to leverage the security and defense partnership by ensuring the implementation of immediate and effective measures to protect all citizens and halt the cycle of ethno-religious violence and mass abductions.

Nigeria is a large and complex country which the British midwifed at birth. It is comprised of around 300 ethnic groups, with over 500 languages spoken. So, it is hardly surprising that the challenges it is experiencing in its stages of growth are equally complex. However, the UK now has both a moral obligation and unique opportunity to birth a ‘new relationship’ of sovereign equals that could really benefit the citizens of both countries at this critical time of multiple existential threats in the world.

The case for change in Nigeria is urgent and needs to be addressed now.

Written by Toyosi Clement

The 2024 General Election has been one of the most exciting times in modern British politics. The Labour Party, led by Sir Keir Starmer, was sworn in after a landslide victory, and ending the Conservative Party’s 14 years in power.

Some may view Labour’s win as a fresh start for the country, allowing the party to confront a myriad of socioeconomic problems, with new opportunities and a greater focus on the less fortunate in the UK and across the globe. We must also ensure that our brothers and sisters in Nigeria experience that hope within our government through cooperation, amplifying voices within the Nigerian diaspora, and creating robust policies between the two nations.