CSOs Launch 'Nigeria First' Agenda with 15-Point Plan

On Tuesday, civil society organizations in Nigeria adopted the 'Nigeria First' agenda and unveiled a 15-point development blueprint designed to advance national unity, security, and economic growth. The announcement was made by Kunle Yusuff, the Director General of the Civil Society Coalition for Human Economic Intervention (CSCHEI), in Abuja.

This initiative followed the Southern Civil Society Organizations Summit held in Lagos on July 8, 2026, themed 'Nigeria First.' The coalition aims to redefine the role of civil society in promoting constructive engagement with the government, prioritizing national interests above sectional interests. The agenda includes commitments to foster peace, reject hate speech, and combat insecurity by improving justice delivery and increasing funding for judicial and security agencies.

It also emphasizes sustainable agriculture, food security, and youth empowerment through skill acquisition and entrepreneurship. The coalition calls for a formal partnership framework with the government to enhance service delivery and ensure development interventions reach underserved communities.