CSO Trains Bauchi Youths on Civic Engagement, Electoral Integrity
By Ahmed Ahmed
A civil society organisation, Tamani for Women and Development Initiative, has launched a youth-focused civic training programme to strengthen democratic participation and electoral integrity in Bauchi State.
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The initiative, known as the Youth Collective Action for Political Electoral Engagement (YouthCOPEE), is being implemented with support from Yiaga Africa and the National Endowment for Democracy.
Speaking at a two-day workshop held on Tuesday in Bauchi, the Project Team Lead, Mr. Moses Danjuma, said the programme, which commenced in February and will run until April, targets young democracy activists across the state.
Danjuma explained that the training covers key areas such as protest rights, electoral reforms, democratic governance, voter sensitisation, and political participation, including opportunities within the Electoral Act 2026.
He noted that the workshop is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and practical tools required to actively engage in Nigeria’s democratic processes and promote electoral integrity ahead of future elections.
According to him, the 60 participants, most of them young women, are expected to design and implement three civic engagement activities aimed at mobilising no fewer than 300 residents across Bauchi and neighbouring communities.
“The goal is to empower young people to initiate and sustain civic movements through both physical engagement and digital platforms in advocating for good governance,” he said.
Danjuma added that financial support has been set aside to enable participants to execute their civic projects, while digital tools such as WhatsApp and social media would help sustain advocacy efforts beyond the programme’s duration.
Participants at the workshop expressed commitment to applying the knowledge gained. One of them, Afih Wormi, emphasised the need for young people to actively engage in political processes, noting that fresh ideas and innovation are critical to shaping a better society.
Another participant, Garba Ahmed, highlighted the importance of understanding societal challenges as a foundation for effective political participation.
He called on youths to organise, engage their communities, and utilise social networks to promote awareness and strengthen inclusive governance.
He added that sustained engagement, networking, and continuous learning would ensure that youth voices are heard and impactful in the political space.