#ThursdayTalks September 2024 Edition
Topic: Integrity of the Ballot and Lessons for Nigeria’s Electoral Reform On this edition of our #ThursdayTalks, centered around the crucial topic of “Integrity of the Ballot and Lessons for Nigeria’s Electoral Reform“ in light of the recent Edo elections, we brought together diverse perspectives from our speakers and attendees, highlighting the need for technological […]
#ThursdayTalks August 2024 Edition
Topic: Building People, Moulding Nations On this edition of our #ThursdayTalks, titled “Building People, Moulding Nations,” we discussed the remarkable journey of Tracka by BudgIT as it marks its 10th anniversary. Our conversation centred on Tracka’s impact over the years and its vision for the next decade. We explored how Tracka’s efforts in building empowered […]
#ThursdayTalks July 2024 Edition
July 2024 #ThursdayTalks Topic: What Does LGA Autonomy Looks Like Yesterday’s #ThursdayTalks highlighted the role of local government in Nigeria’s democracy. It covered the evolution of local governance and key changes like the 1976 reforms. The discussion stressed the need for accountability and active citizen engagement. With more financial independence, local governments can better work […]
#ThursdayTalks June 2024 Edition
June 2024 #ThursdayTalks Topic: Nigeria’s Minimum Wage Palava On this #ThursdayTalks conversation, we discussed Nigeria’s Minimum Wage ‘Palava’. The dialogue examined how the minimum wage impacts people’s basic needs and highlighted the pressing issue of employee casualisation. It was noted that the government’s finances are on life support, contradicting the perception of many citizens who, […]
Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti: A Special #ThursdayTalks May Edition
Get ready to be inspired by the true story of a woman who took on an entire system and won! We’re talking about the iconic Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti, the fearless leader of the Abeokuta Women’s Riot against colonial oppression in the 1940s. Her story is bringing the heat to the big screen, and we’re hosting a can’t-miss screening […]
Past, Present, Future
#ThursdayTalks January 2023
Topic: Nigeria’s 2023 Elections: Dismantling Voters’ Apathy We discussed the topic of “Nigeria’s 2023 Elections: Dismantling Voters’ Apathy” with speakers including Festus Okoye, Eweka Yvonne, Nancy Odimegwu, and Busayo Morakinyo. Speakers: Festus Okoye Eweka Yvonne Nancy Odimegwu Busayo Morakinyo
#ThursdayTalks March 2023
Office of The Citizen & the 2023 Elections – Youth, Technology, Justice and Trauma
#ThursdayTalks May 2023
Topic: Assessing the Accomplishments & Shortcomings of the PMB Administration. May’s #ThursdayTalks focused on assessing the accomplishments and shortcomings of the PMB administration as President Buhari concluded his tenure. This month’s #ThursdayTalks puts the spotlight on an essential discussion as President @MBuhari concludes his tenure.
April 2023 #ThursdayTalks
Topic: The Election: What next? In April, we discussed strategies for building a more democratic, accountable, and sustainable Nigeria in the aftermath of the elections. What Comes Next Now That Elections Are Over? On this month’s #ThursdayTalks, we’ll be joined by these brilliant minds to discuss ways to build a more democratic, accountable, and sustainable […]