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Tunani Initiative continued its engagement with key institutions yesterday, taking our policy research into further conv...
03/09/2026

Tunani Initiative continued its engagement with key institutions yesterday, taking our policy research into further conversations with Nigeria’s legislative institutions.

Led by our Executive Director, Mairo Ibrahim , the team paid an advocacy visit to the National Assembly Library and Research Trust Fund National Assembly Library, where we presented our policy research, Expanding Legislative Participation Through Technology-Enabled Public Hearings in Nigeria.

With the support of Youth Democracy Network (YDN), the engagement explored how technology can make legislative information and public participation more accessible, particularly for young Nigerians.

The Executive Secretary, Rt. Hon. Henry Nwawuba Rt. Hon Henry Nwawuba, welcomed the research and expressed interest in further engagement, including exploring opportunities for collaboration.

We remain committed to creating more accessible pathways for young Nigerians to engage with and participate in the lawmaking process.

Hello, September. A new month to embrace new ideas, deepen conversations and create more opportunities for meaningful pa...
01/09/2026

Hello, September.

A new month to embrace new ideas, deepen conversations and create more opportunities for meaningful participation.

Here’s to a month of listening, learning and shaping what comes next.

31/08/2026

A look back at the conversations that shaped the work.

From research and stakeholder engagement to validating ideas and exploring new possibilities for public participation, this project brought together diverse voices around one important question: how can we make Nigeria’s legislative process more accessible and inclusive?

With the support of and in partnership with , we appreciate everyone who contributed to making this project possible.

As we round up on our YDN project, we reflect on what meaningful youth participation in democracy looks like?During Tuna...
28/08/2026

As we round up on our YDN project, we reflect on what meaningful youth participation in democracy looks like?

During Tunani’s Stakeholder Validation workshop, participants shared insights on making citizen participation more accessible, inclusive and impactful.

Swipe through to experience some of the voices that shaped the conversation.

With the support of Youth Democracy Network in partnership with Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD-West Africa), we appreciate all participants for their valuable contributions.

As we round up on our YDN project, we reflect on what meaningful youth participation in democracy looks like?During Tuna...
28/08/2026

As we round up on our YDN project, we reflect on what meaningful youth participation in democracy looks like?

During Tunani’s Stakeholder Validation workshop, participants shared insights on making citizen participation more accessible, inclusive and impactful.

Swipe through to experience some of the voices that shaped the conversation.

With the support of Youth Democracy Network and in partnership with Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD-West Africa) , we appreciate all participants for their valuable contributions.

Tunani Initiative presented its policy research on Expanding Legislative Participation Through Technology-Enabled Public...
27/08/2026

Tunani Initiative presented its policy research on Expanding Legislative Participation Through Technology-Enabled Public Hearings in Nigeria to Dr. Danwanka Shuaibu, Director of Legal Services at the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS) Nilds Nilds , who received the team on behalf of the Director-General, Prof. Abubakar O. Sulaiman.

With the support of Youth Democracy Network (YDN), the engagement provided an opportunity to discuss the research findings and recommendations, and explore how technology can make public participation in Nigeria’s legislative processes more accessible and inclusive.

NILDS committed to reviewing the submitted documents and assessing the recommendations to identify how the Institute can support their effective utilisation. The Institute also expressed openness to further engagement and potential collaboration with Tunani in advancing the recommendations.

From research to institutional advocacy, Tunani is taking youth perspectives to the institutions shaping Nigeria’s democracy.

Tunani Initiative undertook an advocacy visit to the Office of the Clerk of the House of Representatives, Alhaji Ibrahim...
26/08/2026

Tunani Initiative undertook an advocacy visit to the Office of the Clerk of the House of Representatives, Alhaji Ibrahim Sidi.

We presented our policy paper on Expanding Legislative Participation Through Technology-Enabled Public Hearings in Nigeria developed with the support of Youth Democracy Network (YDN).

The engagement provided an opportunity to discuss the research findings and recommendations, existing legislative participation processes, and possible pathways for strengthening citizens’ and young people’s engagement in lawmaking.

The CHR was optimistic about the research and expressed openness to reviewing its recommendations with relevant committees to consider how existing processes can be strengthened.

Taking youth participation beyond research to advocacy.

May this Eid-ul-Mawlid inspire peace, love and light in every home. Wishing our entire community a blessed day!
25/08/2026

May this Eid-ul-Mawlid inspire peace, love and light in every home. Wishing our entire community a blessed day!

21/08/2026

.onyshko , Founder and Manager of the , was part of Tunani’s Stakeholder Validation Meeting on the policy research, Expanding Legislative Participation Through AI-Assisted Public Hearings in Nigeria.

We appreciate her contribution to the conversation and her continued support for efforts that create more meaningful pathways for young people to participate in shaping public decisions.

In her remarks, Daryna also introduced TWIN, YDN’s mentorship matchmaking platform, connecting young people with mentors and experienced leaders around the world.

Want to find a mentor? Register on TWIN through the link below.

twin-mentorship.com/en

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