Must-Have Civic Tech Tools for Citizens
“Democratic participation is not meant for CSOs, activists, or the media. Every single person needs to be involved. #GetInvolved.” – Oluseun Onigbinde, BudgIT’s…
me.budgit.org: One Tool That’ll Help You Do More as a Good Nigerian Citizen
In a democracy, power truly lies with the people. However, too often, the responsibility of participation is left to civil society organisations (CSOs),…
Documenting CSOs Impact Through Storytelling: The BudgIT Zokutu Experience
Stories are powerful, and more than ever, the need for civil society organisations to take the lead is more pronounced as a means…
Cultivating People Power for Impact: Introducing BudgIT’s Global Advisory Board
Since its inception, BudgIT has been a beacon of citizen engagement, fiscal transparency, and accountability in Nigeria and globally. At the core of…
Reinforcing and Powering Budgit’s Strategy From Within
As the sun cast its golden glow upon the serene surroundings of Lakowe Resorts on March 3, 2024, the stage was set for…
Polluted Public Places and Poor Waste Management: A Menace and Concern for Health and Climate Accountability in Lagos
A few months ago, on my way home from work, after a long day sitting in Lagos traffic, I was unfortunate to board…
Who Deserves the Right to Housing?
Renting an apartment in Nigeria can be classified as a full-time job. The hassles and many disappointments are not for the faint-hearted. I…
Nigeria’s Rising Insecurity: Implications for the Nigerian Economy
Nigeria has long been regarded as one of Africa’s economic powerhouses due to its abundant resources and diversified populace. As a developing nation,…
Citizen Inclusion in Governance: A Call for Collective Responsibility
Whatever you want to do will not make a difference. The corrupt people are more than those with good intentions, so why should …