The health of any government, especially at the local level, is inextricably tied to its ability to manage public resources effectively. But in many parts of Nigeria and across Africa, financial management systems remain underdeveloped, opaque, or overly reliant on manual processes. This not only limits service delivery but also exposes institutions to inefficiencies, leakages, […]

In today’s governance environment—marked by increased citizen awareness, digital transparency, and economic uncertainty—trust has become one of the most valuable currencies a public institution can hold. But trust is not simply granted; it is earned, consistently, through the deliberate application of ethical leadership. Unfortunately, across many tiers of government, ethics often takes a back seat […]

Across Africa—and particularly in Nigeria—the past year has underscored a single, uncomfortable truth: governance without capacity is a broken promise. From the ripple effects of subsidy removal and currency reform, to rising inflation, youth unemployment, and deepening public trust deficits, leaders at all levels are being challenged not only to design better policies—but to deliver […]