“Only an active citizenry can keep an elite that has lost its sense of mission from going further astray.”

Pat Utomi
(Nigerian Professor of Political Economy)

Dear Active Citizen,

Have you noticed how some of our leaders have turned their offices into sleeping chambers? In a country blessed with so much potential, we're watching some of our elected officials drift into a comfortable slumber while our communities yearn for real leadership.

The story must change! These representatives – from your LGA Chairperson to your Senator – were not elected to perfect the art of dodging constituency calls or mastering the skill of empty promises. Each time you struggle through flooded streets during the rainy season, or watch our young graduates search endlessly for jobs, remember: these leaders work for us, not the other way around.

But here's the good news – we have the power to wake them up! Your voice matters, and now it's easier than ever to reach those who should be serving us.

Visit shineyoureye.org to get the contact details of your elected officials. Whether it's that pressing community issue you've been concerned about, or the campaign promises they've conveniently forgotten, the time to speak up is now.

Don't just complain in your WhatsApp groups or during family gatherings – take action! Every call, every email, every official letter to your representative counts. They need to remember that the true power lies with the people, not in their fancy titles or official cars.

TNCG 2024

The 6^th Technology, New Media, Citizens, and Governance (TNCG) Conference, themed "Technology: The Present and Future of Political Action in Africa," will hold on November 28, 2024, in Lagos.

Opportunities

The fellowship offers young Nigerians a platform to learn, connect and received guidance in the leadership journey, managerial competence building and innovative problem solving to address justice system challenges and explore innovative ways to enhance human rights protection, legal aid, and access to justice.

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Enjoy the rest of the week.
The EiE Nigeria Team.