Communiqué – Women in Public Audit Sector in Nigeria (WiPSA) Leadership Dialogue

Theme: Initiating Public Audit Impact on Gender Equity and Social Inclusion in Nigeria  Date: Tuesday, 14th July 2026  Venue: Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Centre, Abuja  Organised by: Paradigm Leadership Support Initiative (PLSI) in collaboration with the Society of Women Accountants of Nigeria (SWAN) and International Budget Partnership (IBP)    Preamble / Opening Paragraph The Women in Public Sector Audit (WiPSA) Leadership Dialogue […]

From Rankings to Reform: The Growing National Impact of the SAE Index

On 31st March 2026, Paradigm Leadership Support Initiative (PLSI) publicly launched the Subnational Audit Efficacy (SAE) Index 2025 in Abuja, its flagship annual research report that examines the level of transparency and accountability operational in the management of public funds and implementation of public policies in all 36 states of the federation of Nigeria through […]

Why Costed Manifestos Are Crucial to Democratic Governance and Participation in Nigeria

Nigeria’s democracy is now in its fourth republic and entering its third decade of uninterrupted civilian rule. Yet, despite the longevity of electoral politics since 1999, one of the country’s most persistent democratic deficits remains the weak connection between campaign promises and governance outcomes. Elections are increasingly competitive, but democratic participation is steadily weakening[1]. At […]

Building Global Bridges for Accountability: PLSI’s Strategic International Presence in 2025

As global systems confront complex transitions, from accelerated climate action to redesigning extractive-sector governance and redefining democratic resilience, 2025 opened new frontiers for accountability institutions. PLSI entered the year with a strategic resolve: to contribute significantly to expanding Nigeria’s voice in these global conversations and ensure oversight institutions are central to emerging policy frameworks. For […]

From Silos to Synergy: Advancing Gender-Responsive and Inclusive Service Delivery through Data Interoperability in Nigeria

Overview Nigeria’s public sector is deeply fragmented. Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) across federal and state levels often operate in silos, with limited coordination in the collection, sharing, and use of data. This disjointed approach undermines efficient service delivery and poses a significant barrier to realizing the country’s development goals, especially around gender equality and […]

Communique: Capacity Building for CSO and Media Actors on Regulatory Reforms Required to Achieve National and Global Emissions Reductions

BACKGROUND In a bid to enhance Nigeria’s methane emissions governance and align regulatory efforts with global climate goals, the Natural Resource Governance Institute (NRGI), in partnership with the Paradigm Leadership Support Initiative (PLSI) and the Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI), hosted a capacity- building workshop for CSOs, the media and oversight actors. The session […]

COMMUNIQUE: Policy Dialogue on Strengthening Public Accountability and Corporate Compliance for Methane Emissions in Nigeria’s Oil and Gas Sector

Introduction: A high-level policy engagement and dialogue was convened with the major objective of collaboratively strengthening public accountability and corporate compliance for methane emissions in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector. Co-hosted by the Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI), the Natural Resource Governance Institute (NRGI), and the Paradigm Leadership Support Initiative (PLSI), the event brought […]

Communique: Technical Session on Strengthening Legal and Regulatory Frameworks for Methane Emission Reduction in Nigeria

On April 28, 2025, the Natural Resource Governance Institute (NRGI), in collaboration with the Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) and Paradigm Leadership Support Initiative (PLSI), convened a technical session with key stakeholders to explore pathways for strengthening Nigeria’s legal and regulatory framework for methane emissions reduction. The session brought together representatives from NUPRC, NMDPRA, […]

PLSI Partners SWOFON to Enhance Oversight Functions on Budget Implementation for Smallholder Women Farmers in Nigeria

Introduction: Addressing the Challenges of Women Farmers in Nigeria In Nigeria, women constitute over 52% of smallholder farmers, playing an essential role in food production and rural development. However, despite their vital contributions, these women face systemic challenges, including limited access to agricultural resources, inadequate financial support, and minimal inclusion in policy-making processes. One major […]

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