#ThursdayTalks July 2023
In July, we discussed the personal impact of the fuel price increase on our lives, giving everyone the chance to share their stories and be heard in the conversation. @EiENigeria @BudgITng @thecableng @ZikokoCitizen Read more here. Listen to the conversation here.
#ThursdayTalks June 2023
During the #ThursdayTalks Twitter space hosted by Enough is Enough (EiE) in collaboration with BudgIT, Adebukola Shonibare, director of Invictus Africa, highlighted that President Bola Tinubu had not shown commitment to ensuring women’s inclusion in governance. Adebukola Shonibare, spoke on Thursday during a Twitter space hosted by Enough is Enough (EiE) in collaboration with BudgIT. […]
#ThursdayTalks August 2023
In this month’s edition, we dived into the functions of the ministers in the Nigerian political system, the potential policy shifts they might have implemented, and the broader implications for the everyday lives of Nigerian citizens. Listen to the conversation here.
#ThursdayTalks September 2023
We shed light on the #ENDSARS movement. We discussed the journey, the issues, and the progress made in the fight against police brutality. Listen to the conversation here.
#ThursdayTalks November 2023
We discussed the importance of citizen engagement and oversight in monitoring government spending in Nigeria, highlighting concerns about excessive expenditures and the need for transparency and accountability in budget management. 🗳️ Elections done, now it’s time to focus on where the money goes! 🕵️♂️ Join the insightful conversation with @funsodoherty, @IfeODavid, @seunonigbinde, and @chiamakadk at […]
#ThursdayTalks October 2023
Topic: Empowering Local Health Systems for Economic Growth #ThursdayTalks for this month focused on the connection between healthcare and economic growth and how can we optimize Primary Healthcare systems for economic development. Listen to the conversation here.
#ThursdayTalks February 2024
Oronsaye Report: Addressing the Cost of Governance in Nigeria. Experts worry retrenching civil servants could compound instability. What’s your take? Human rights lawyer Femi Falana believes the Oronsaye’s report recommendations are outdated & won’t reduce governance costs. 🤔 Will the implementation of the Oronsaye report reduce governance costs in Nigeria? Guest: Kelvin Emmanuel Dumebi Oluwole […]
#ThursdayTalks March 2024 – EiE’s 14th Anniversary Edition
March 2024 #ThursdayTalks – EiE’s 14th Anniversary Edition The discussion on the “State of the Nation” emphasized the importance of engaging citizens at the grassroots level. The focus was on reaching a wider audience beyond the urban elite and encouraging active participation in governance. Key points included the need for innovative citizen engagement strategies and […]
#ThursdayTalks April 2024 Edition
April 2024 #ThursdayTalks Topic: How well have States maintained fiscal transparency? Guest Speakers: Iyanuoluwa Bolarinwa Sunday Odeh Nancy Odimegwu We discussed how well states have maintained fiscal transparency during our #ThursdayTalks session, examining Nigeria’s 36 states’ performance in fiscal transparency, accountability, accessibility, and public finance management Read online here. or Listen to the recording.
Broadening Youth Participation in the Electoral Process
“If you stay out of politics, those who stay in politics will not stay out of your life, your health, your education, your home, your business, or your bank account.” – Dike Chukwumerije (Poet) #ThursdayTalks is a monthly conversation that engages thought leaders, change agents and active citizens on the state of the nation, citizen […]