Community Voices: Empowering Citizens for Community Development
Community Voices is a civic engagement platform that empowers citizens in Nigeria’s South-South region to speak directly to those in power. Through open dialogue and active participation, we aim to bridge the gap between citizens and government, ensuring transparency, accountability, and inclusive development.
An initiative of the Presidency under the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Tinubu’s administration, Community Voices is designed to make sure no one is left behind in the journey toward national transformation.
🎯 Our Vision
To build a connected and empowered community where citizens are active participants in the development of their society.
🧭 Our Mission
To establish a sustainable two-way communication channel between the government and citizens—fostering trust, promoting policy awareness, and driving people-powered development.
📌 Core Objectives
- Engage Citizens in the development of their communities.
- Educate & Inform the public on government policies and projects.
- Empower Voices through platforms for feedback and dialogue.
Build Partnerships among citizens, government, and civil society.
🌱 Why It Matters
The South-South region—home to over 32 million Nigerians across 123 LGAs—faces unique challenges. Community Voices offers solutions by:
- Improving communication between communities and leaders
- Promoting inclusiveness in decision-making
- Raising awareness of government efforts
- Encouraging collaboration among all development stakeholders
📊 Expected Impact
| Impact Area | Target Increase |
| Citizen participation | +30% |
| Gov’t-citizen collaboration | +25% |
| Policy awareness | +40% |
| Citizen-led initiatives | +20% |
🧩 Stakeholders
- Citizens from all 123 LGAs
- Local and State Governments
- Federal Ministries & MDAs
- Community and Traditional Leaders
- NGOs, CSOs, and CBOs
- Private Sector Organizations
- Faith-Based and
- Media Organizations
Our Partners
Strategic Collaborators:
- The Presidency
- Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs
- National Orientation Agency (NOA)
- State & Local Government Councils
Support Partners:
- Community-Based Organizations
- Civil Society Networks
- Traditional & Religious Institutions
- International Development Partners
- Media Outlets
