2Baba unveils music initiative to tackle youth violence

2026-03-15 - 13:56

By Benjamin Njoku 2Baba recently met with Defence Minister Gen. Christopher Musa to launch a music-driven campaign countering violent narratives among Nigerian youth. The initiative aims to reorient youth and promote positive change through entertainment. According to the award-winning artist, the initiative seeks to stimulate conversations around sustainable solutions to insecurity, while also creating opportunities for young creatives by expanding access to talent development platforms and experiential engagement. Musa described the initiative as one that aligns with the government’s non-kinetic approach to tackling insecurity. He praised 2Baba’s credibility and influence among Nigerian youths, saying it makes him a strong voice capable of mentoring and inspiring positive change. With over 150 million Nigerians within the youth demographic, stakeholders say initiatives that channel youth creativity and energy toward constructive national development are increasingly critical, particularly as studies suggest a significant percentage of young people remain vulnerable to recruitment into violent cultures.