BudgIT, Africa’s leading civic technology organization, and Enough is Enough Nigeria, one of Africa’s leading civil society organizations promoting public accountability through active citizenship, have teamed up to create a technology-themed technology, Co-hosts the New Media, Citizenship and Governance (TNCG) conference. “The Present and Future of Political Activities in Africa”, Thursday, November 28, 2024, in Lagos, Nigeria.
The twice-yearly Pan-African Hybrid Conference, formerly known as the New Media, Citizenship and Governance Conference, reflects the growing influence of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) on governance. The brand name was changed. Professor Yemi Osinbajo, former Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, SAN, GCON, will deliver the keynote address.
Policymakers, private sector, academia, students, and civil society stakeholders will participate in the conference to explore how technology and new media are reshaping Africa’s governance landscape and to support political action and reform. Share best practices for using technology. Conference explores innovative ways
Leverage technology to enhance citizen engagement and government service delivery and accountability.
Mr. Oluseun Onigbinde, BudgiT Global Director, emphasized the importance of the conference theme in promoting citizen participation in governance.
“At BudgeIT, we are committed to ensuring that technology and data remain accessible tools for citizens to hold their governments accountable.The TNCG Conference builds a platform for dialogue, innovation, and partnership, Bridging the gap between citizens and governments through technology is now more important than ever. Provides a timely platform for exploration
Opportunities and challenges ahead,” Olsun said.
Opeyemi Adamolekun, Executive Director of Enough is Enough Nigeria, highlighted the role of technology in promoting accountability and inclusive governance.
“Thanks to technology, ordinary Nigerians have been given unprecedented power to hold their leaders accountable and shape public debate.” We will consider how we can continue to leverage these tools to drive reform,” Opeyemi added.
Approved presenters include Mr. Usman Curry (iLAB, Liberia), Mr. Mtemi wa Kiama (co-chair, African Rising Movement Coordination Group, Kenya), and Mr. Iyinoluwa Ayobeji (MD, Futures).・Africa, Nigeria) and Mr. Abiola Durodola (ED, AdvoKC, Nigeria).
The Hybrid Conference will be held on Thursday, November 28, 2024 at The Zone, Bagada, Lagos, Nigeria. Participation is free, but registration is required – bit.ly/TNCG2024.
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