Tag: CSO
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BORNO CSO: Abubakar Suleiman Emerges as NECSOB Head in Landmark Election
By Abdulkareem Haruna MAIDUGURI, NIGERIA – The Network of Civil Society Organizations of Borno State (NECSOB) has ushered in a new leadership era following a high-tech, bi-annual election that saw Mr. Abubakar Abdullahi Suleiman emerged as the substantive Executive Director. The transition, described by observers as a “seamless digital shift,” was conducted via a secure…
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Civil society groups urge corporate accountability as environmental degradation hits Borno farmers
By Abdulkareem Haruna MAIDUGURI, Nigeria — A coalition of civil society groups and youth advocates in Nigeria’s northeastern Borno State warned this week that escalating environmental shocks—ranging from erratic rainfall to unmanaged urban waste—are outpacing current government interventions, threatening to destabilize the region’s fragile agrarian economy. The warning was issued throughthe Centre for Community Awareness…
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Civil Society Groups Back Diaspora Voting, Urge Caution on Implementation
By Abdulkareem Haruna MAIDUGURI, Nigeria – Nigerian civil society organizations are advocating for the inclusion of diaspora voting in the nation’s electoral process, a move they believe will enhance democratic participation. However, they are simultaneously urging the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to implement robust safeguards to prevent potential abuses. The Network of Civil Society…
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NECSOB’s Comrade Abiso Concludes Tenure with Call for Greater Collaboration, Receives Praise for Exceptional Leadership
By Abdulkareem Haruna MAIDUGURI – Comrade Bulama Abiso, the Executive Director of the Network of Civil Society Organizations in Borno State, marked the conclusion of his constitutionally allowed two-year tenure with a call for enhanced collaboration among civil society organizations (CSOs) while receiving accolades from members who hailed him as an exceptional leader. During a…
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Head of Service Raises Concerns Over Extended Maternity Leave Proposal as Borno CS-SUNN Intensifies Advocacy
By Abdul Kareem The Head of Civil Service in Borno state expressed both support and reservations regarding the proposed extension of maternity leave for workers. He welcomed the idea of extended maternity leave but raised concerns about its potential impact on productivity due to insufficient manpower. During a meeting with the CS-SUNN team, the Head…
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Borno NLC Chairman Supports CSO’s Call For Extended Maternity Leave
By Nafisat Aliyu In a bid to promote nutrition awareness and support in Borno State, the Civil Society Scaling Up Nutrition in Nigeria (CS-SUNN) has embarked on a compelling advocacy campaign. Despite facing skepticism from government officials, the CS-SUNN team has made significant progress in engaging key stakeholders and raising crucial awareness on the importance…
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