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FG Launches Youth-Led National Action Plan IV as Youth Minister Wraps Up OGP Leadership Tenure
Joel Ajayi
The Honourable Minister, Federal Ministry of Youth Development, Comrade Ayodele Olawande, has formally handed over the baton as State Actors Co-Chair of the Nigeria Open Government Partnership (OGP) National Steering Committee, describing the occasion as one filled with gratitude, reflection, and renewed optimism for the future of open governance in Nigeria.
Speaking at the 22nd National Steering Committee Meeting held in Abuja, the Minister expressed heartfelt appreciation to all stakeholders who contributed to the journey.
“I am deeply grateful for the collective efforts of government institutions, civil society organisations, the private sector, academia, development partners, and ordinary citizens who worked together to strengthen open governance in our country,” he said.
Reflecting on the progress made since 2024, Minister Olawande highlighted the wide-ranging consultations conducted across Nigeria and beyond, which gave Nigerians from all backgrounds a real voice in shaping governance processes.
He noted that the successful implementation of National Action Plan III (NAP III) delivered tangible results in the areas of accountability, access to information, and citizen participation.
“Through NAP III, we made meaningful strides in promoting transparency, accountability, and citizen engagement, while also amplifying Nigeria’s voice on the global OGP stage,” he added.
The Minister also formally unveiled National Action Plan IV (NAP IV) a bold, forward-looking framework shaped largely by the voices and aspirations of young Nigerians.
The new plan contains twelve commitments across six key thematic areas, including digital governance, justice and human rights, anti-corruption, civic space, and climate action.
“NAP IV truly reflects the dreams of a generation that wants greater transparency, accountability, and trust in government,” he said. “However, its success will depend entirely on our collective commitment to effective implementation.”
Comrade Olawande commended his Co-Chair, Obialunanma Nnaobi-Ayodele, for her strong leadership and dedication in representing non-state actors. He also thanked the OGP Secretariat and all members of the 3rd National Steering Committee for their unwavering support and contributions.
In his inaugural remarks, the new State Actors Co-Chair and Honourable Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Sen. Abubakar Atiku Bagudu, expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve and pledged to build on the solid foundation already laid.
He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to deepening collaboration between state and non-state actors, while ensuring that OGP commitments lead to real improvements in governance and service delivery for ordinary Nigerians.
Sen. Bagudu particularly stressed the need to sustain momentum in fiscal transparency, anti-corruption, access to information, and public service delivery.
The incoming Non-State Actors Co-Chair, Olusoji Apampa, acknowledged the measurable progress recorded in financial transparency, open contracting, access to information, and open budgeting.
“These are not small achievements,” he noted. “They show that openness is a practical tool that can deliver real benefits to citizens.”
Apampa pledged to work closely with the new leadership to sustain reforms and strengthen collaboration for the benefit of all Nigerians.
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DNKI President Champions Humanitarian Service, Sustainable Community Development
Cyril Samania
The President of De Norsemen Kclub International (DNKI), Chief Oliver Patrick Ityohegh, has reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to humanitarian service, stressing the importance of supporting vulnerable people and improving community welfare beyond the annual celebration of Humanitarian Day.
Ityohegh stated this during the organisation’s Cauldron Night and Award Presentation held to commemorate its 2026 Humanitarian Day celebration, theme: “Humanity First: Advancing Hope, Dignity and Community Well-being.” organised by the DNKI Abuja Chapter.
He emphasised that humanitarian service should be a continuous responsibility driven by compassion, solidarity and a commitment to making a meaningful difference in society.
According to him, DNKI’s humanitarian activities reflect its dedication to giving back to society and supporting people in need, while encouraging members to sustain initiatives that promote human dignity and community well-being.
He added that the organisation would continue to strengthen its humanitarian engagements through practical interventions aimed at improving the lives of vulnerable people and promoting community development.
Speaking at the event, the representative of the Abuja Chapter Chairman and Chairman of its Advisory Council, Prince Efiong Okpe, said the organisation’s humanitarian activities extended beyond the annual celebration of Humanitarian Day on October 15.
Okpe explained that DNKI undertook several initiatives throughout the year, including blood donation exercises, visits to hospitals and correctional centres, as well as support for orphanages and other vulnerable groups.
According to him, the organisation also collaborated with humanitarian bodies in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to identify areas of need and provide assistance within its available resources.
He described Humanitarian Day as an opportunity for members to renew their commitment to service and demonstrate solidarity with people facing difficult circumstances.
Earlier, the Chairman of the Planning Committee and Coordinator of the DNKI Gwagwalada Zone, Mr Etudaiye Hamzat, disclosed that the chapter had provided financial assistance to some members to help pay their children’s school fees, alongside distributing bags of rice and other relief items to members experiencing hardship.
Hamzat explained that the interventions followed concerns over the difficulties some members faced in meeting their family responsibilities, particularly the rising cost of their children’s education.
He maintained that supporting members in need was consistent with the organisation’s humanitarian principles, adding that DNKI remained committed to extending assistance to non-members and vulnerable communities as part of its commitment to leading by example.
Looking ahead, Hamzat said the Abuja Chapter planned to expand its humanitarian outreach to remote communities within the FCT, with particular attention to orphanages, schools and widows facing difficulties in meeting their family responsibilities.
He also recalled previous interventions for internally displaced persons (IDPs), which included the distribution of food, clothing and educational materials, noting that the chapter intended to scale up such initiatives in the coming year.
The highlight of the event was the presentation of awards to outstanding members and distinguished non-members in recognition of their contributions to humanitarian service.
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