occurrence and as part of the Amnesty Programme, the government has embarked upon large scale socio-economic development of the Niger Delta region, especially massive infrastructural developments in the form of roads, housing projects, electrification and provision of safe drinking water. Over 8,000 former militants and 15,000 non militant youths have been trained in specialized and general skills in the areas of Commerce, Oil and Gas, Dredging, Agriculture, Tourism and Entertainment. The Amnesty Programme of the Nigerian Government is yielding positive results as peace has been restored in the Niger Delta region. Oil exploration and drilling have improved tremendously. Mechanisms Established for Preventing, Reducing and Managing Intra/InterState Conflicts in Nigeria: 3.1.3 Government in its effort to manage internal conflicts also strengthening the following established bodies/institutions. Nigeria Inter-Religious Council (NIREC): This came into being as a voluntary association made up of fifty (50) members, comprising 25 Christians and 25 Muslims to provide a platform for high-level dialogue between Christians and Muslims, with a view to promoting public good and mutual respect and understanding among practitioners of the two major religions. The body is co-chaired by the Sultan of Sokoto and PresidentGeneral of the Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), and the President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN). Though a voluntary organization, NIREC receives support and assistance for the pursuit of its aims and objectives from the government. 34