Searchlight Initiative for Community Peace Advocacy & Rural Development (SPDN) is a Nigerian nonprofit dedicated to building safer, more prosperous rural communities. Founded by Prince Akinloye Ogunmodede, the organization began as a small, community-focused group and has grown into a nationally recognized force—with over 38,000 volunteers under its operational arm, Searchlight Light Community—committed to peace-building, intelligence-driven security, and sustainable development .
1. Strengthen community safety through volunteer-led community policing and partnerships with law enforcement.
2. Promote peace by facilitating mediation, dialogue, and conflict resolution through grassroots programs.
3. Empower rural areas via targeted projects in education, infrastructure, health, and economic development.
To illuminate rural Nigeria with security, opportunity, and unity—fostering communities resilient to conflict, crime, and underdevelopment.
Community Policing & Intelligence Gathering
We train and equip local volunteers to work alongside the police—implementing proactive, trust-building strategies that reduce crime and enhance public confidence.
Peace Advocacy & Dialogue
Our mediators engage communities to resolve conflict, promote mutual respect, and cultivate a shared culture of peace.
Rural Development Initiative
Through infrastructure upgrades, health outreach, educational support, and youth mentorship, we foster long-term prosperity in underserved villages.
Private Investigation & Intelligence Services
With expertise in areas like fraud detection, cybercrime analysis, counterfeiting prevention, and background checks, we protect individuals, businesses, and brands.
Anti-Terrorism & Civil Rights Protection
We collaborate with security agencies to investigate violent and extremist threats, combat corruption, and defend civil rights
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Be a part of nationwide change—whether as a volunteer, partner, or donor. Together, we can cultivate peace, foster development, and empower rural lives across Nigeria.