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Opportunity Summary:

The Nigerian Countering Violent Extremism (CVE) Hub grant opportunity is a U.S. Embassy Abuja funding call aimed at strengthening a Nigerian-led, civil society messaging hub known as the Peace Platform. The core idea is not to invent brand-new counter-extremism content from scratch, but to help a third-party Nigerian platform take already locally developed CVE programming and package it in a way that reaches people effectively. The Peace Platform is intended to function as a central messaging and coordination point that can engage audiences considered vulnerable to recruitment by extremist groups, while promoting tolerance, nonviolence, and respect for the rule of law.

This opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number DOS NGA PAS FY16 02) is offered by the U.S. Department of State in Nigeria (Agency: DOS-NGA) as a discretionary award using a cooperative agreement mechanism. A cooperative agreement typically means the funder expects closer collaboration and substantial involvement during implementation compared to a standard grant, so applicants should anticipate active coordination with the Embassy on planning, execution, and performance oversight.

The applicant role is primarily technical support to the Peace Platform rather than direct ownership of the hub itself. Proposals are expected to spell out practical, detailed methods for formatting, designing, and disseminating CVE messaging through two major channels: radio and social media. In practice, that implies a focus on communication strategy, audience targeting, production packaging, distribution workflows, and amplification approaches that fit Nigerian media realities. It also suggests an emphasis on translating local programming into broadcast-ready and platform-appropriate formats, establishing consistent branding and editorial standards, scheduling and placement strategies for radio, and content optimization for social platforms (such as short-form clips, shareable graphics, or serialized messaging adapted to local languages and consumption habits). Because the programming is described as already locally developed, applicants would likely be judged on how well they can elevate the reach and impact of existing content, ensure it is disseminated responsibly, and tailor delivery to audiences most at risk of extremist influence.

The program sits within broad activity categories that include community development, education, and health, and is listed under CFDA 19.040. While the subject matter is countering violent extremism, the messaging focus signals a preventive approach that leans on civic engagement and public communication rather than security operations. The intended outcomes center on strengthening community resilience, reducing the appeal of extremist recruitment narratives, and reinforcing social norms aligned with peaceful coexistence and lawful conduct.

Funding is substantial for a single award: the ceiling is USD 1,100,000, with one award expected. The opportunity was created and posted on June 6, 2016, and the closing date is July 5, 2016. Eligibility is listed broadly as "Others," with additional clarification expected in the full eligibility section of the NOFO, meaning a range of organizations may be able to apply depending on the detailed criteria in the original notice.

Overall, this NOFO is best understood as support for a Nigerian civil society communications hub that will act as a clearinghouse and amplifier for counter-extremism messaging. Competitive proposals would be expected to describe a credible technical plan for radio and social dissemination of existing locally produced CVE content, showing clear pathways to reach vulnerable audiences and promote tolerance, nonviolence, and respect for rule of law across Nigeria.

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