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NEWOMCII Seeks Stronger Government–CSO Collaboration to Deepen Grassroots Development

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6 months ago

April 20, 2026

Joel Ajayi

In a renewed effort to bridge the gap between policy formulation and grassroots realities, the New Dawn for Women and Community Intervention Initiative (NEWOMCII) has called for stronger collaboration between government institutions and civil society organisations to enhance development delivery across Nigeria.

The call was made during a courtesy visit by the leadership of NEWOMCII to the Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, in Abuja, where the organisation presented its development framework and outlined areas for strategic partnership.

Leading the delegation was the Founder and Chairman of NEWOMCII, Bolaji Raji, alongside the National Coordinator, Sa’adatu Adamu Bokane, and members of the organisation’s national executive team.

Speaking during the visit, Bokane explained that NEWOMCII was established to serve as a bridge between government policies and underserved communities, particularly in rural areas where access to development information and intervention programmes remains limited.

She noted that while government initiatives span critical sectors such as agriculture, education, health, and social welfare, many communities still face challenges in accessing or fully understanding these opportunities due to communication and structural gaps.

According to her, the organisation is designed to complement government efforts by ensuring that development programmes are not only implemented but also effectively communicated and accessed at the grassroots level.

Bokane disclosed that NEWOMCII operates through an extensive nationwide structure, comprising regional coordinators, state executives, and local government focal officers across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, enabling direct engagement with communities.

She further highlighted that the organisation deploys technical officers and consultants across its thematic areas to ensure professionalism, effective monitoring, and alignment with established development standards.

Agriculture, she said, remains a core focus area, alongside support for small businesses, women-led enterprises, skills development, education, healthcare, and community welfare programmes aimed at improving livelihoods.

“With Nigeria’s growing population and expanding development needs, collaboration is no longer optional but essential,” Bokane stated. “Government is doing a lot, but organisations like ours must support these efforts to ensure that no community is left behind.”

Responding, Dabiri-Erewa commended the initiative and underscored the importance of synergy between civil society organisations and government agencies in expanding access to development opportunities.
She emphasised that credible gr

assroots organisations play a crucial role in raising awareness of government programmes and ensuring that interventions reach their intended beneficiaries.

During the meeting, NEWOMCII presented its flagship programmes, including the Women Grow Initiative focused on agricultural support, the Creating the Future Programme for creative enterprise development, the Skills for Life Programme aimed at education and employability, the Care and Dignity Initiative for health and welfare, and the Mobility and Safety Plan designed to enhance community safety.

The organisation also highlighted ongoing interventions across several communities, including support for women in agriculture, provision of processing equipment to boost productivity, and medical outreaches to improve access to basic healthcare services.

In his remarks, Raji said NEWOMCII’s mission is anchored on practical community engagement, with a focus on ensuring that development reaches those at the margins of society.

He added that the organisation’s multi-level coordination system promotes accountability and efficient service delivery across regional, state, and local government structures.

Raji reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to working with government agencies and development partners to scale up its interventions nationwide.

The delegation described the visit as part of sustained efforts to strengthen institutional partnerships, expressing optimism that closer collaboration with NIDCOM would enhance awareness of development initiatives and improve linkages between Nigerians at home and in the diaspora.

Both parties reiterated the need for continuous cooperation between government institutions and civil society organisations in addressing Nigeria’s development challenges, with NEWOMCII pledging to remain at the forefront of grassroots empowerment and community transformation.

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Eagle Times Newspaper Will Be Voice for Nigerians – Publisher Chukwunyere Vows

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11 hours ago

October 2, 2026

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

The Publisher of The Eagle Times Nigeria, Sir Ikechukwu Chukwunyere, has pledged that the newspaper will promote accountability, credible journalism and public-interest reporting in its coverage of national affairs.
Chukwunyere made the commitment on Thursday, October 1, 2026, during the official unveiling and launch of The Eagle Times Nigeria.

He said the new media organisation was established not merely to add another newspaper to Nigeria’s media landscape, but to provide a platform committed to serving the public interest.

According to him, the newspaper’s guiding philosophy, “The Voice for the People, The Watchdog for the Nation,” places a responsibility on the organisation to listen to Nigerians, tell their stories, highlight issues affecting their daily lives and scrutinise those entrusted with public responsibilities.

“To be a voice for the people means that we must listen to Nigerians, tell their stories, highlight their concerns and give visibility to issues that affect their daily lives,” he said.

The publisher added that The Eagle Times would be guided by accuracy, fairness, professionalism, credibility and responsible journalism, stressing that the newspaper would not publish stories merely because they were sensational.

“We will verify. We will investigate. We will seek the other side. We will correct our mistakes when we make them,” he said.

Chukwunyere further stated that the newspaper would endeavour to give individuals and organisations the opportunity to respond whenever allegations were made against them.
“Our commitment is not to any political party, government or individual. Our primary commitment is to journalism, to truth and to the Nigerian public,” he said.

He noted that the newspaper was launching at a time when the media industry was undergoing rapid transformation, with audiences increasingly consuming news through digital platforms, including websites, television, podcasts and social media.

He said The Eagle Times would therefore operate as a multimedia organisation, combining its newspaper with digital platforms and The Eagle Times TV to reach audiences across different channels.

According to him, the organisation also intends to create opportunities for young journalists, writers, photographers, producers, digital creators and other media professionals to develop their skills and contribute to journalism and national development.

Chukwunyere said the newspaper’s coverage would include politics, governance, business, economy, security, judiciary, education, health, technology, sports, entertainment, lifestyle and international affairs.

He, however, said the organisation intended to distinguish itself not only by the subjects it covered but by the quality and approach of its journalism.

We want to tell stories that matter, we want to investigate issues that require investigation, we want to highlight Nigerians who are making a difference, and we want to give communities that are often ignored an opportunity to be heard,” he said.

The publisher acknowledged the challenges involved in establishing a newspaper, saying the venture required investment, commitment, professional discipline and the courage to pursue an idea.

He expressed appreciation to the management, editorial, reporting, production and digital teams, as well as families, friends, partners and supporters who contributed to the establishment of the organisation.

Chukwunyere also assured readers, viewers and the newspaper’s digital audience that The Eagle Times would strive to earn their trust and remain accountable to the standards it had set for itself.

He said the newspaper’s success would not be measured only by circulation figures, website traffic or social media followers, but also by the confidence Nigerians placed in its journalism.

“Today, we spread our wings. Today, The Eagle Times takes flight,” he said, reaffirming the newspaper’s commitment to its slogan: “The Voice for the People, The Watchdog for the Nation.”

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