By: Gbenga Akingbule
The Network of Civil Society Organizations of Borno State (NECSOB) on Saturday elected new set of leaders to pilot the affairs of the organization for the next two years.
Gatekeepers News reports that Mr. Abubakar Abdullahi Suleiman was elected as the new Executive Director in an election which took place via a seamless electronic voting system.
NECSOB disclosed this shortly after the successful conclusion of its bi-annual elections.
In his inaugural address, Mr. Suleiman, who also heads the Center for Social Cohesion, Peace, and Empowerment (CENSECO), outlined a bold vision titled “Embracing a New Era: Results-Driven Civil Society in Borno State.”
According to NECSOB new leader , ” we
are moving beyond mere representation, our focus is now on structured influence, coordination, and ensuring that the humanitarian reset in Borno prioritizes local actors who understand the cultural and linguistic nuances of our communities.”
The new administration’s strategic priorities include: “The Localization Movement: Advocating for local NGOs to secure a fair share of humanitarian funding and lead on-the-ground interventions.
” Strategic Engagement: Establishing regular dialogue forums with government actors and international development partners.i nnovation: Implementing a centralized data hub and leveraging digital tools to amplify the voices of displaced and marginalized populations.” Mr Suleiman stated.
Ealier , the immediate past Executive Director, Comrade Bulama Abiso, noted that the speed and transparency of the process—concluding within one hour—serves as a powerful testament to the capacity of local civil society to lead democratic innovation in Nigeria.
