ABSTRACT

This research examines the portrayal of women as agents of conflict resolution in the society. Using two text : Aristophanes Lysistrata and Ahmed Yerima, the study utilizes the literary methodology which include the use of library materials such as textbooks, journals, magazines, play text as well as internet materials. From the research it further draws the attention to the integral role of women in bringing about peace, positive change and development in the society. The paper concludes that women should be given a chance as men to contribute to peace-building and conflict resolution in the society. This paper argues for the need to educate and to recognize the presence, strength and the contributions of women in societal growth. This is necessary if the women must be free to participate in nation building, beginning from the rural level; this is because, a recognition of the women’s ability is a panacea for a positive development in any society and as popularly known, two different heads are better than two of the same kind and teamwork doubles the success.