Building a peaceful and prosperous Africa through strategic advocacy, community engagement, public sensitisation, and the provision of essential social services.
The Herald Foundation for Peace and Human Development is a humanitarian and civil society organisation dedicated to fostering a peaceful and prosperous Africa through advocacy, community engagement, and sustainable development. We believe that peace is the non-negotiable foundation for sustainable development and social progress, and that development occurs when members of a community work together toward a common goal, in the absence of all forms of violence and rivalry.
Executive Director, Herald Foundation
Daramola Alaba Bankoleayo, Esq. is the Executive Director of the Herald Foundation for Peace and Human Development and the Principal Partner at AB Dara & Associates. A distinguished litigation lawyer, he specialises in civil and criminal litigation, constitutional law, and human rights protection. Throughout his career, he has championed the rights of vulnerable and marginalised groups, advocated for justice and equality, and promoted accountability and the rule of law. As Executive Director, Daramola leads the Foundation's efforts to advance peace, human rights, good governance, and sustainable development across Africa. He is passionate about promoting peaceful coexistence, combating violence and extremism, empowering communities through advocacy and social services, and fostering accountable leadership. His work reflects the Foundation's commitment to building a society where justice, human dignity, and responsible governance drive lasting social progress.
Nigeria Country Director, Herald Foundation
Nendirmwa Yakubu Malafa is a development practitioner, researcher, and humanitarian with extensive experience in programme management, community engagement, and grassroots impact initiatives. With an academic background in History, International Studies and Development Studies from the Nigerian Defense Academy, she has contributed to research, leadership development, and humanitarian interventions supporting women, youth, internally displaced persons, and underserved communities. Her work is driven by a strong commitment to promoting peaceful coexistence, social justice, and inclusive development. As the Nigeria Country Director of the Herald Foundation for Peace and Human Development, Nendirmwa leads initiatives focused on peacebuilding, human rights advocacy, community empowerment, and sustainable development across Nigeria. Her professional interests include diplomacy and international negotiations, community development, project management, youth empowerment, policy advocacy, electoral studies, gender, and peace and security.
Educating citizens on governance and responsible participation.
Promoting accountability, justice, and inclusive governance.
Empowering communities through developmental programmes.
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