The dissertation studies the nature, causes, and consequences of violent conflicts that have led to insecurity, loss of human life, property, and underdevelopment in Nigeria. Due to inadequate study of the problem, some view it as religious problems. Various models of peace approach such as: interreligious dialogues, and some forms of peace education are being used to respond to the situation, and they have proved insufficient.

As a result, this research will engage in critical and ethical-theological analysis of Rosenberg's Nonviolent Communication and his pedagogical approach which engage with conflict and violence from the perspective of communication, which pay attention to human needs which, when unmet, results in conflicts and violence. Thus, this project will suggest an alternative integral approach to peacebuilding and peace education inspired by Rosenberg.