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Nigeria’s NDDC, the Hidden Forensic Audit, and a Defining Moment for Public Accountability
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March 2, 2026
The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) was created to respond to the extraordinary environmental, social and infrastructural challenges of the Niger Delta...
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Youth Take the Lead as Campus Rights Campaign Sparks Demand for Justice and Accountability
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February 18, 2026
Social Action takes the “Know Your Rights, Know Your Power” campaign to Asaba, the capital city of Delta State, building...
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King Dakolo vs Shell: Corporate Escape and a Community’s Case for Justice
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December 9, 2025
Across the creeks and communities of the Niger Delta, the scars of oil extraction remain raw. For more than six...
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Paradox of Democracy: Professor Fidelis Allen Challenges Nigerian Youth at Social Action Camp as Civic Space Contracts
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November 30, 2025
PORT HARCOURT — At the ongoing 2025 Nigeria Social Action Anti-Imperialism Camp, gathering young activists at the Man O' War Base...
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Reclaiming Rights, Rewriting Futures: Inside The 2025 Social Action Camp
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November 29, 2025
Reclaiming rights, rewriting futures: inside the 2025 Social Action Camp For more than a decade, Social Action has kept alive...
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People’s Tribunal in Ikarama Exposes Deepening Crisis of Environmental Injustice in Bayelsa
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November 26, 2025
Ikarama, Bayelsa State — November 21, 2025 The community of Ikarama in Bayelsa State became a powerful stage for truth-telling...
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Beyond the Uniform: When Nigeria’s Security Forces Sat to Listen in Ikarama
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November 24, 2025
The Military in the Dock The presence of the military at a tribunal judging environmental crimes was nothing short of...
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The Peoples Tribunal on Human Rights Violations and Environmental Justice – Port Harcourt Day 1 Proceedings 17th November 2025
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November 21, 2025
The first day of the People’s Tribunal on Human Rights Violations and Environmental Justice, convened in Port Harcourt from 17th...
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People’s Tribunal in Ahoada Unveils Shocking Accounts of Niger Delta’s Environmental and Humanitarian Crisis
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November 12, 2025
Ahoada, Rivers State – November 11, 2025 – In an unprecedented gathering, the People’s Tribunal, themed “Justice for the Land, Justice...
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International Partners from Rosa Luxemburg Foundation Visit Social Action to Foster Solidarity and Discuss Nigeria’s Socio-Economic Landscape
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November 7, 2025
Abuja, Nigeria – November 7, 2023 – Social Action was honoured to host a delegation from the Rosa Luxemburg Foundation...
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Building Momentum for Justice in the Niger Delta
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October 30, 2025
Social Action Strengthens Alliances Ahead of People’s Tribunal in Bayelsa In a significant move to deepen the push for justice...
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Reclaiming Civic Space: Civil Rights Council Demands Constitutional and Political Reforms for Women’s Equal Representation
Peace Agbo
October 14, 2025
The Civic Space and Human Rights Education Seminar, held under the Include Naija Project, brought together members of the Civil...
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Civil Rights Council knocks on the door of Omoku
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October 10, 2025
The Omoku Civil Rights Council was officially inaugurated on October 3, 2025, in Omoku Town, located in Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni Local Government...
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Forging Alliances for Justice: Social Action Engages National Human Rights Commission for Landmark People’s Tribunal
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October 4, 2025
PORT HARCOURT – In a significant step towards amplifying citizen voices and advancing human rights accountability, Social Action, in partnership...
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Social Action Trains Over 150 Ndokwa Youths on Democratic Participation, Human Rights, and Advocacy
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September 30, 2025
In a renewed push to strengthen youth participation in democratic processes and improve policy reforms and service delivery, Social Development...
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Social Action & IWG Partners Draw Global Attention to Nigeria’s Oil Pollution at New York Climate Week
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September 27, 2025
New York, September 25, 2025 — At the Ford Foundation’s Center for Social Justice, Social Action International and partners formally...
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Social Action, CITN Explore Partnership to Strengthen Nigeria’s Tax System
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September 18, 2025
Abuja, Nigeria – September 15, 2025 Social Action, in collaboration with members of the FCT Tax Justice and Governance Platform...
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Social Action Backs CSOs, Niger Delta Communities’ Demand to Stop Oil Extraction
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September 16, 2025
Halt the Oil Extraction: 30 Years After Saro-Wiwa, the Niger Delta Still Bleeds Social Action joined an active group of...
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Borno Community Youths Empowered to Participate in Democracy Through Issue Based Approach Engagement
Isaac Botti
September 3, 2025
On the 19th of August 2025, Social Action took the European Union-supported campaign and sensitization to Moromti Community in Maiduguri...
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Know Your Rights, Know Your Power: European Union Empowers Nigerian Youth Through Constitutional Knowledge and Policy Advocacy
Isaac Botti
September 1, 2025
A landmark event aimed at empowering Nigerian youth took place at the University of Maiduguri, focusing on building knowledge in...
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Social Action and Kebetkache Host Mental Health Support Training for Visually Impaired Cluster
Peace Agbo
July 3, 2025
On July 2, 2025, Social Action Nigeria, in collaboration with Kebetkache Women Development and Resource Centre, held a special training...
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Social Action Stands with Ekpetiama Kingdom in Pursuit of Justice Against Shell’s Divestment Plan
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June 25, 2025
Shell, a multinational oil giant, has initiated plans to divest its onshore facilities in the region to a little-known entity,...
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Call for Expression of Interest: Consultant for Development of Human Rights Training Manual
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June 23, 2025
Background: Social Development Integrated Centre (Social Action) is a leading Nigerian civil society organisation established in 2007. It has over...
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The Killing Fields of Benue: Government Complicity in Plain Sight
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June 20, 2025
On the evening of Friday, June 13, 2025, the blood of ordinary Nigerians once again soaked the earth of Benue...
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Holding Power Accountable: The Niger Delta’s Call for Reform, Demand Transparency in Resource Management
Peace Agbo
June 11, 2025
Report of the Niger Delta Anti-Corruption Learning Summit By Peace Agbo The 2025 Niger Delta Anti-Corruption Learning Summit convened a...
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Nigeria’s 26-Year Democratic Illusion: A Nation Awash in Disillusionment
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June 11, 2025
By: Arochukwu Paul Ogbonna, Zudonu Anumekanume Onisoman For over two decades, Nigeria has been governed under the banner of...
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Empowering Borno Youth: The European Union through Social Action Led Dynamic Youth Policy Advocacy Workshop in Maiduguri
Isaac Botti
June 3, 2025
MAIDUGURI, BORNO STATE, NIGERIA – Social Action, has empowered 55 young leaders from across Borno State to become effective advocates...
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Unmasking the Shadows – A Critical Look at Constituency Projects in the Niger Delta
Isaac Botti
May 8, 2025
Citizens Report of Constituency Projects Monitoring in the Niger Delta. A recent citizens report by Social Action, supported by the...
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CRC Bori-Zone Leads Protest Against Illegal Roadblocks and Extortion on Saakpenwa Axis
Peace Agbo
March 29, 2025
Illegal Roadblocks and Extortion on Saakpenwa Axis of the East-West Road In line with our core mandate to checkmate human...
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Agenda Setting for The Tinubu Led Administration on Promoting Accountability of Resources Towards Greater Niger Delta Development
Isaac Botti
February 21, 2025
Briefing Paper The advocacy brief highlights the need for greater accountability and transparency in resource management for the sustainable development...
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Shell Must Clean Up Rumuekpe Before Divesting, Community Insists
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December 19, 2024
As Shell plans to divest its shares in the Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC) to the Renaissance Consortium, the people...
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Social Action, HOMEF, Amnesty International Nigeria and Other CSOs Call on National Assembly to Resist IOC Divestments in the Niger Delta
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December 19, 2024
Press ConferenceDate: Thursday, 19th December 2024Venue: National Assembly Press Corps Centre (House of Representatives Wing)Time: 10:00 AM Ladies and gentlemen...
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Rallies Against Unjust IOC Divestments: Protestors Reversal of Shell and TotalEnergies Divestments in the Niger Delta
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December 17, 2024
Locations: Port Harcourt (Rivers State) and Yenagoa (Bayelsa State) Social Action Nigeria, in solidarity with Health of Mother Earth Foundation,...
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URGENT: Call on Nigerian President Tinubu to Halt Shell’s Dirty Deal!
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December 16, 2024
We, the undersigned civil society organizations, community leaders, and concerned citizens from across Nigeria are calling on President Bola Tinubu...
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Amplifying the Unheard: How Digital Activism Can Empower Marginalized Communities
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December 15, 2024
Harnessing Digital Activism to Amplify Marginalized Voices A transformative workshop titled "Harnessing Digital Activism to Amplify Marginalized Voices" was recently...
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The Nigeria Social Action Camp 2024: Harnessing Digital Activism for Social Change
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December 14, 2024
The Nigeria Social Action Camp 2024, held from December 11-14 at the Leadership Training Centre in Aluu, Rivers State, was...
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Empowering Youth to Combat Corruption: Social Action Launches Anti-Corruption Vanguards in Schools in Collaboration with AFRICMIL and ICPC
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December 11, 2024
Social Action Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to empowering community structures in the Niger Delta to sustain the fight against...
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Confronting Flooding in Nigeria: A Call for Sustainable Solutions Amidst Recurrent Crisis
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October 1, 2024
Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State in northeastern Nigeria, has experienced significant flooding in recent times, leading to substantial displacement...
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64 Years Later: Nigeria’s Democracy Failed to Safeguard Citizens’ Rights to Protest and Speak
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October 1, 2024
Introduction As Nigeria celebrates its 64th independence anniversary on October 1, 2024, the state of freedom of speech and association...
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Social Action, AFRICMIL push the Bar of Anti-Corruption and Accountability at Subnational Level through Whistleblowing and Whistleblower Protection
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August 14, 2024
Media Report: Workshop on Strengthening Whistleblower Protection in Nigeria The African Centre for Media and Information Literacy (AFRICMIL), in partnership...
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Social Action Mobilizes Community Women for Accountability and Inclusive Service Delivery in the Niger Delta
Isaac Botti
July 31, 2024
Empowering Community Women and PWDs for Accountability In a significant step towards enhancing community engagement and ensuring accountability in the...
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Social Action/ICPC Engage young People on Accountability in Calabar
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July 27, 2024
Social Development Integrated Centre, Social Action in collaboration with the Independence Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, ICPC held...
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Unveiling the Shadow of Corruption, a glance at the Nigeria Health Sector
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July 19, 2024
Corruption has significantly hindered the effectiveness of healthcare delivery in Nigeria. Despite substantial public health expenditures, the impact on reducing...
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Sustaining Accountability: Legislative Victory for Niger Delta’s Environmental Rights
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June 24, 2024
In a landmark decision on May 22nd, 2024, the Nigerian House of Representatives took a decisive step to halt Shell's...
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Community First: CSOs Press NUPRC on Niger Delta Divestment Concerns
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June 10, 2024
On June 6, 2023, Social Action and its partners conducted an advocacy visit to the Nigeria Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission...
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The Need to Match Words with Action for Attitudinal Change and Discipline in the Nigeria Police Force
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June 5, 2024
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) is integral to maintaining law and order, yet it has garnered a reputation for human...
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CSO Strategize to Halt Shell’s Divestment of Oil and Gas Assets in SPDC Joint Venture
Peace Agbo
May 23, 2024
In a bold move to strategize on how to prevent the planned divestment of Shell’s oil and gas assets in...
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Broken Homes, Broken Promises: The Fight for Housing Rights in Diobu Waterfront
Peace Agbo
May 17, 2024
Peace Agbo, Peter Mazzi The salty breeze whispers through the skeletal remains of what was once a vibrant waterfront community...
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Violation of Citizens Rights by men of Nigeria Police Force- Civil Rights Council Demands Investigation
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May 14, 2024
The Civil Rights Council, Delta State unit, has called on the Commissioner of Police, Delta State, and the Inspector General...
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Rumuekpe and Umuechem Communities in Rivers State Demand Justice Before Shell Divestment
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March 1, 2024
Rivers State, Nigeria - 26-28 February 3024 In response to the news of the Nigerian government's contemplation of Shell Petroleum...
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Civil Society Leaders Call for Halt to Shell’s Divestment in the Niger Delta
Isaac Botti
February 27, 2024
Abuja, Nigeria – February 26, 2024 – During today's crucial press conference at the National Assembly of Nigeria, leaders of...
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Halt Shell Sale
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February 15, 2024
Call to Halt Shell's Sale of SPDC in the Niger Delta: A Petition in Support of Pollution Affected Communities Attention:...
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Halting Shell’s Divestment in the Niger Delta: A Call for Comprehensive Resolution of the Environmental and Social Liabilities
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February 13, 2024
Introduction Shell’s plan to divest its Nigerian onshore operations by selling all its shares in the Shell Petroleum Development Company...
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Call to Halt Shell’s Sale of SPDC in the Niger Delta: A Petition in Support of Pollution Affected Communities
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February 12, 2024
Attention: President Bola Tinubu, Minister of Petroleum Resources Sen. Heineken Lokpobiri, Minister of State, Petroleum Resources (Oil) Hon. Ekperipe Ekpo,...
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Transforming the NDDC
Isaac Botti
January 31, 2024
The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has long been plagued by issues of financial misappropriation, contract racketeering, and project abandonment...
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Climate Change Challenges: Mitigation and Just Transition
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December 17, 2023
A Panel Session (1) at the Nigeria Resources Justice Conference 2023 The Nigeria Resource Justice Conference 2023 will be holding...
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Citizens Report on Local Government Budget Monitoring- Enugu State
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December 15, 2023
The Covid-19 pandemic brought unprecedented challenges globally, and Enugu State was not immune to its socio-political and economic ramifications. Budget...
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Solidarity and Action: Nurturing Youth-Led Democratic Movements at Nigeria Social Action Camp 2023
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December 6, 2023
Welcome address by Dr. Isaac ‘Asume’ Osuoka, Coordinator of Social Action International, at the Nigeria Social Action Camp 2023, Multipurpose...
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Exploring the Advancement of the NDDC Projects in the Niger Delta : Strategies for Sustainable Development
Isaac Botti
November 30, 2023
EXPLORING THE ADVANCEMENT OF NDDC PROJECTS IN THE NIGER DELTA : STRATEGIES FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT. The Niger Delta Development Commission...
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THE NIGERIA SOCIAL ACTION CAMP 2023
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November 4, 2023
THEME: SOLIDARITY FOR POPULAR PARTICIPATION AND RESTORATIVE DEMOCRATIC ACTION IN NIGERIA Since 1999, Nigeria's civic journey has taken a distressing...
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Transformational Role Awaits: Become the Executive Director at Social Action Nigeria!
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October 31, 2023
Social Action announces the vacancy for the position of the Executive Director. The Executive Director will lead our organisation’s strategic, operational, and financial initiatives
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Using FOI to Facilitate Transparency in Procurement and Projects Implementation
Isaac Botti
September 28, 2023
As part of effort to Strengthening Community Action Against Corruption in the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Social Action with...
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Civil Rights Council’s Virtual Assembly Addresses Key Issues and Plans for the Future
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September 8, 2023
The Civil Rights Council convened for their general assembly in a virtual square to deliberate on critical matters such as...
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Legal Requirements and Strategies to Achieving Local Government Autonomy in Nigeria
Peace Agbo
September 7, 2023
The demand for local government autonomy is a necessity as it is the bedrock of grassroots development. For the past...
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Nigeria’s Federal Government and the Devastating Impact of Ignored Flood Warnings
Comfort Agbebaku
September 7, 2023
In a tragic repetition of history, Nigeria finds itself grappling with yet another cycle of flooding, one that could have...
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Strengthening Anticorruption Efforts Through Engagement With Antigraft Agencies
Comfort Agbebaku
August 22, 2023
Social Action established anti-corruption networks across the regions in Nigeria to partner with anti-graft agencies like the Independent Corrupt Practices...
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Grassroots Justice: The Civil Rights Councils’ Quest for Human Rights Reform in Nigeria
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August 20, 2023
In the pulsating heart of Nigeria, where the phrase "The Police is your friend" often triggers bitter cynicism rather than...
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Spotlight on Accountability: Social Action and the Niger Delta Development Commission
Isaac Botti
August 16, 2023
Social Action has consistently worked with determination to promote accountability in the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). We've recently released...
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Empowering Victims of Petroleum Pollution through Oil Spill Monitoring Training
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August 8, 2023
"Since the spill, life has taken a harsh turn. Our once-thriving stream is now a barren wasteland, devoid of fishing...
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“The Voice on NDDC”: A Catalyst for Citizens Enlightened and Participation for Good Governance
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July 23, 2023
Citizen engagement and accountability in governance have emerged as crucial components of a vibrant and functional democracy. In Nigeria's Niger...
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Civil Rights Council of Nigeria Strongly Condemns Tragic Killing of Two-Year-Old Boy by NDLEA Officers; Demands Swift Justice
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July 20, 2023
In a stern stance against the heart-wrenching incident involving the untimely demise of a two-year-old boy at the hands of...
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Social Action Condemns NDDC’S Intimidation; Demands Transparency and Accountability
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July 14, 2023
A press release issued at the backdrop of the threat by the management of the Niger Delta Development Commision (NDDC)...
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Persistent Risk of Piracy and Crew Kidnappings in the Gulf of Guinea
Anume Zudonu
July 13, 2023
Introduction: The ICC International Maritime Bureau (IMB) issued a warning on April 20, 2022, highlighting the persistent risk of piracy...
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Citizens ReportonLocal Government Budget Monitoring
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July 8, 2023
Budget Analysis and Monitoring of Projects in Selected Local Government Areas in Delta State, Nigeria In response to the imperative...
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Citizens Report on Local Government Budget Monitoring- Ekiti State
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July 6, 2023
Budget Analysis and Citizens Report on Capital Budgets monitoring on Selected Projects in Ekiti State Full Report!
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Citizens Report on Local Government Budget Monitoring- Enugu South LGA, Enugu State
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July 4, 2023
Citizens Report on Budgets and Selected Projects in Aninri Local Government Area in Enugu State
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Foistering a Better Relationship Between Security Agencies and Civil Populace
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June 30, 2023
SECURITY: EVERY MAN’S BUSINESS On Wednesday, the 28th of June 2023, the Civil Rights Council, with support from Social Action...
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Social Action, Stakeholders Task the New FG Administration on the NDDC in a Communique
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June 23, 2023
On 20th June 2023, Social Action (Social Action) with support from the MacArthur Foundation held a Twitter Space Conversation tagged;...
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Between Rhetoric And Reforms: Citizens’ Perception Of Local Government Openness In Selected States Of Nigeria
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May 12, 2023
his briefing paper examines the evolution of the local government system in Nigeria and how it has fared in driving...
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2023 Lean Season: Nigerian Government Preparedness Against Food Insecurity?
Isaac Botti
May 8, 2023
Every year, countries in the Sahel region typically enter the precarious lean season; the period between harvests that lasts from...
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SECURITY VOTES EXPENDITURE: BETWEEN DISCRETION AND ACCOUNTABILITY
Anume Zudonu
April 24, 2023
Insecurity in Nigeria Nigeria has been plagued by insecurity for decades, with the situation only getting worse in recent years....
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The Burden of Increased Debt Stock: Implication on the Economic Stability and Growth
Anume Zudonu
April 11, 2023
Nigeria, Africa's most populous country and the largest economy is facing a debt burden that has been increasing steadily in...
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Sand Mining and the Environmental Impacts on Coastal Communities in Nigeria
Anume Zudonu
April 10, 2023
Sand Mining Activities in Africa The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) defines sand mining as "the removal of sand from...
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Social Action, CRC to Collaborate with NHRC at National Level
Isaac Botti
March 9, 2023
Social Action paid a courtesy visit to the office of the Executive Secretary of the National Human Rights Commission in...
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Policy Brief on Policy Option for the Development of the NDDC
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March 9, 2023
This policy brief delves into the key policy options that can drive sustainable and inclusive development in the Niger Delta through the NDDC
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FEDERAL AUTOCRACY, ONE OF THE CAUSES OF THE FAILURE OF DEMOCRACY IN NIGERA
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February 17, 2023
The African Centre for Media and Information Literacy (AFRICMIL), in collaboration with Social Action (Social Action), on Thursday, February 16,...
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Addressing the Shortcomings of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) in Addressing Communities’ Environmental Concerns
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February 15, 2023
On February 13th, 2023, representatives from the Niger Delta communities, civil society organizations, government bodies, and media outlets congregated at...
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HARNESSING BEHAVIOURAL CHANGE TO ENHANCE SERVICE DELIVERY IN THE NIGERIAN POLICE
Anume Zudonu
January 27, 2023
Introduction: Behavioural change within the Nigerian Police Force is not only crucial for improving service delivery but also for rebuilding...
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THE NIGERIA SOCIAL ACTION CONFERENCE 2022: ADDRESSING LOSS AND DAMAGE FROM FLOOD AND DRAUGHT IN NIGERIA
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December 10, 2022
With communities and countries around the world experiencing the severe impacts of climate change, the Nigeria Social Action Conference 2022...
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RECLAIMING THE CIVIC SPACE FOR TRANSFORMATIVE GOVERNANCE AND POLITICAL CHANGE IN NIGERIA
Anume Zudonu
December 6, 2022
Social Action organised the Nigeria Social Action Camp 2022, with the theme “Reclaiming the Civic Space for Transformative Governance and...
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PLANET GRAB: COLONIALISMS OF CONSERVATION, CARBON MARKETS AND EXTRACTIVISM.
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December 3, 2022
CRC UNITS’ 2023 STEWARDSHIP: CHALLENGES, PROGRAMS & ACCOUNTS
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November 23, 2022
The Nigeria Social Action Camp 2022 held in Port Harcourt was another opportunity for the Civil Rights Council Units Nationwide...
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CIVIL RIGHTS COUNCIL UNITS GIVE ACCOUNT OF STEWARDSHIP, ACKNOWLEDGE CHALLENGES AND OUTLINE PROGRAMS FOR 2023
Anume Zudonu
November 23, 2022
The Nigeria Social Action Camp 2022 held in Port Harcourt was another opportunity for the Civil Rights Council Units Nationwide...
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OXFAM ADMIRES SOCIAL ACTION ACHIEVEMENTS IN THE CAMPAIGN FOR CHANGE AND GOOD GOVERNANCE
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November 20, 2022
Oxfam Nigeria expressed its impression with the achievements of Social Action in the campaign for social change and strengthening of...
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Communities in Oguta LGA to Commence Litigation against the NDDC for abandoned Projects
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October 22, 2022
Community leaders of Oguta local government of Imo state converged at a Town hall meeting in Izombe community to discuss...
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The Level of Cancer is Too Much
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May 4, 2022
The people of Ogoniland are facing a severe health crisis due to the high level of benzene pollution resulting from years of oil spills.
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GRANT LOCAL GOVERNMENTS POLITICAL AND FINANCIAL AUTONOMY; ACTIVISTS URGE NASS
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March 3, 2022
GRANT LOCAL GOVERNMENTS POLITICAL AND FINANCIAL AUTONOMY; ACTIVISTS URGE NASS Social and development activists in Nigeria have called on the...
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Synopsis of the CITIZENS REPORT on Budgets and Projects of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC)
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February 26, 2022
Synopsis of the CITIZENS REPORT on Budgets and Projects of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) is a summary of...
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STAKEHOLDERS DISCUSS THE EMERGENCY PROVISION OF WATER AND HEALTHCARE BY HYPREP IN A TOWN HALL
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December 16, 2021
What do we drink in Ogoniland? This is the question stakeholders sought to answer as Social Action brought together members...
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ANTI-CORRUPTION NETWORK TO COLLABORATE WITH THE ECONOMIC AND FINANCIAL CRIMES COMMISSION
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November 3, 2021
Findings of investigations carried out on the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) initiated by the legislative and executive arms of...
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END-SARS ANNIVERSARY: SOCIAL ACTION JOINS OTHER CSOs TO DEMAND FOR POSITIVE TRANSFORMATION IN GOVERNANCE
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October 21, 2021
As part of the activities to mark the first anniversary of the 2020 #ENDSARS protests against police brutality in Nigeria,...
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THE TOWN HALL MEETING ON PROMOTING PROBITY IN THE NIGER DELTA DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
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October 20, 2021
At the Town Hall Meeting held in Port Harcourt, titled “Promoting Probity in the NDDC to Rebuild Accountability Tenet and...
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Pond of Crocodiles: Citizens’ Report of Budgets and Projects of the NDDC-2021
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August 4, 2021
"Pond of Crocodiles: Citizens’ Report of Budgets and Projects of the NDDC-2021 is a ground-breaking research which opens up the labyrinthine corridors of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) to shed light on the allocation and execution of budgets and projects during the year 2021
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Needs Assessment for Community Development and Service Delivery
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July 2, 2021
As part of the series of activities to strengthen community voices for Local government service delivery and autonomy, Social Action...
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JUNE 12 DEMOCRACY DAY: ABUSE OR CELEBRATION OF DEMOCRACY
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June 16, 2021
Lukas Nwachukwu June 12 represents Nigeria’s “Democracy Day” - a day President Muhammadu Buhari chose to honour Moshood Kashimawo...
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FG TWITTER BAN: SOCIAL ACTION DEMANDS THE LIFTING OF THE PROHIBITION
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June 14, 2021
PRESS RELEASE JUNE 12, 2021 It is sad to note that the Nigerian state appeared to have entrenched autocratic style...
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On-Going Constitutional Review; Civil Rights Council Rejects Another Effort in Futility
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June 2, 2021
On-Going Constitutional Review; Civil Rights Council Rejects Another Effort in Futility Being Text of Press Released by Civil Rights Council...
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INSECURITY: SOCIAL ACTION CALLS ON FG TO BE PROACTIVE AND STRATEGIC IN TACKLING INSECURITY
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April 28, 2021
Nigeria is daily becoming a theatre of violence with heightened cases of insecurity across the country recently. This has exacerbated...
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PIB: A Call For Adequate Public Participation
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February 4, 2021
Introduced in 2008 at the Federal Government's instance, the Petroleum Industry Bill (PIB) now has a reputation for being one...
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The Petroleum Industry Bill Must Address Environmental Pollution and Concerns of Oil-Bearing Communities
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January 28, 2021
Text of a Press Briefing by Social Action and Key Civil Society Organisations Thursday, January 28, 2021 Abuja, FCT, Nigeria...
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DR UCHE IGWE PAYS FAMILIARISATION VISITS CRC DIOBU AND BORI UNITS
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November 27, 2020
On the 24th and 25th of November 2022 staff of the Social Action (Social Action) accompanied Dr Uche Igwe on...
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Budget of Frivolities: Citizens Budgets and Projects of the NDDC-2020
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November 4, 2020
A Citizens Report on the Budgets and Projects of the NDDC – 2020” presents a comprehensive analysis conducted by concerned citizens. The report delves into the utilization of resources, the implementation of projects, and the impact on the region’s development during the fiscal year 2020
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#EndSARS protest: SOCIAL ACTION calls for more citizens’ participation in governance to foster public trust
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October 26, 2020
The #EndSARS protest in Nigeria which started out as a clamour for the scrapping of a notorious Police unit, Special...
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BAYELSA STATE CIVIL SOCIETY COVID-19 SITUATION ROOM (CISCOV-19)
BAYELSA STATE CIVIL SOCIETY COVID-19 SITUATION ROOM (CISCOV-19) OFFICIAL STATEMENT (3) – 26th June 2020 BACKGROUND The Bayelsa...
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CSO Situation Room monitors activities in Rivers State as Government lifts lockdown temporarily
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May 14, 2020
The total lockdown which took effect in Port Harcourt and Obio Akpor Local Government Areas of Rivers State on Thursday,...
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Consolidating Grassroot Democracy
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May 5, 2020
Annual Report 2019 The annual report on Consolidating Grassroot Democracy highlights our organization's efforts and achievements in promoting participatory governance...
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Discrepancies, Sharp-Practices, Compromising Covid-19 Food Palliatives in Rivers State – Covid-19 Situation Room.
Press Release: The COVID-19 SITUATION ROOM is an intervention to monitor and report in response to the covid-19 pandemic, from...
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Human Rights Violations During COVID-19 Lockdown In Nigeria
The measures to tackle the spread of COVID-19 is taking a toll on Nigerians. Exacerbating the impacts is the attitude...
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Launch of Delta State Civil Society/Media COVID-19 Situation Room.
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April 27, 2020
MEDIA BRIEFING: Nigeria is currently battling the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. So far, Delta State has some confirmed cases, according...
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Akwa Ibom State Civil Society Organizations Call for Recall of Dr. Uwah
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April 25, 2020
Recall Dr Aniekeme Uwah Now! PRESS RELEASE April 25, 2020 The Akwa Ibom State Civil Society Organizations Forum decries the...
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Rivers State CSO/Media COVID-19 Situation Room Lament Federal Government Neglects Of States In The South-South
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April 20, 2020
Press Release: We have been following developments concerning the governments’responses to the COVID-19 pandemic in Nigeria. We commend several efforts...
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COVID-19 Palliatives: Inadequate Coverage, Biased Distribution
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April 18, 2020
As the economic impact of COVID-19 continues to deepen, just like other countries around the globe, Nigeria is faced with...
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COVID- 19: Alone Coordinates Niger Delta Civil Society/Media Situation Rooms
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April 18, 2020
Social Action is coordinating the establishment of Civil Society Situation Rooms in the Niger Delta to monitor government interventions, public...
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Artisanal Refineries and Environmental Degradation
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March 29, 2020
This briefing paper sheds light on the intricate interplay between artisanal refineries and environmental degradation with a focus on the...
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Communique issued at the end of the Nigeria Pro-Democracy Conference 2019 on the theme: Reviving Popular Action for Democracy and Freedom in Nigeria
Communique issued at the end of the Nigeria Pro-Democracy Conference 2019 on the theme: Reviving Popular Action for Democracy and...
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Reviving Popular Action for Democracy and Freedom in Nigeria
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December 30, 2019
In 2019, Social Action and its solidarity partners mobilised civic constituencies against the increasing assault on freedom of expression and...
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INTERNATIONAL HUMAN RIGHTS DAY SYMPOSIUM IN BAYELSA STATE
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December 30, 2019
The United Nations General Assembly adopted the 10th of December every year for the annual celebration of International Human Rights Day....
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THE INTERNATIONAL ANTI-CORRUPTION DAY 2019 ACTIVITIES IN PORT HARCOURT
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December 30, 2019
The 9th of December was declared by the United Nation as the International Anticorruption Day to draw attention to and...
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NIGERIA SOCIAL ACTION CAMP 2019: DEMOCRACY IN NIGERIA: Building Popular Power from Below
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November 20, 2019
Every year civil society, community-based groups and concerned stakeholders meet at the Nigeria Social Action Camp to study and consider...
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Global Reach, Local Impact
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November 4, 2019
The research study titled "GLOBAL REACH, LOCAL CONSEQUENCES: Impact of Distant Water Fishing on Artisanal in Cameroon, Gabon, and Nigeria" explores the complex interplay between global fishing practices and their localized effects on artisanal fishing communities in three West African countrie
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THE CIVIL RIGHTS COUNCIL AND THE CITIZENS ACTION FOR JUSTICE
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August 15, 2019
The Civil Rights Council, a Human Rights group of Nigerian citizens mostly of rural and sub-urban backgrounds with the support...
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Petroleum And Communities In The Niger Delta: Setting The Policy Agenda Following Two Decades Of Civil Rule
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May 2, 2019
WELCOME ADDRESS BY THE DIRECTOR OF THE SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT INTEGRATED CENTRE (SOCIAL ACTION), DR. ISAAC ‘ASUME’ OSUOKA AT THE CONFERENCE,...
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Annual Report 2018
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April 5, 2019
Presented in these pages are significant strides by our organisation in 2018 towards achieving our vision of a democratic order...
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Alone Organises Lecture in Remembrance of Ogoni 9
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November 11, 2018
As part of activities to mark the 23rd anniversary of the killing of nine Ogoni leaders, Social Action’s Community Advocacy...
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Monitoring Report: Communities Waiting for Clean-up of Polluted Environment of Ogoniland
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April 27, 2018
Social Action’s monitoring of Ogoni communities in the Gokana, Tai, Eleme and Khana Local Government Areas in Rivers State in...
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Concerns Over Nigeria’s Growing Public Debt
By Jonathan Are, Communications Assistant There has been a massive outcry over the increasing rate of borrowing by the Nigerian...
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Social Action Annual Report 2017
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February 25, 2018
Social Action is dedicated to advancing resource democracy, social justice, and human rights across various critical sectors. Our work primarily...
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As Buhari presents 2018 N8.6 trillion budget for 2018 to NAS …Any hope for the people?
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November 29, 2017
By Isaac Botti, Programme Officer, Social Action, Abuja. The Nigerian federal government on Tuesday, November 7, 2017, presented its 2018...
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Nigeria Government Debt: Citizens are the Victims!
The text of press briefing on Nigeria’s debt profile and management by the Social Action (Social Action), Abuja, Nigeria, October...
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Oil Theft, Pollution and the Politics of Modular Refineries
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July 13, 2017
Recent pronouncements on modular refineries by the federal government have ignited excitement among youths seeking legitimate employment away from artisanal...
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Shortchanged: How the Senate’s Petroleum Industry Governance Bill (PIGB) Fails the Environment and Local Communities
Based on the text of the Press Conference by the Social Action (Social Action), June 21, 2017, Abuja The...
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Our Climate is Going to Waste: Time to Think a New Future
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March 31, 2017
Social Actions and Nigerian groups organise mass rally against fossil fuel and pollution Mass #Breakfree Actions in Ogoni, Nigeria. On...
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Social Action Annual Report 2016
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February 21, 2017
In the 2016 year under review, Social Action engaged in activities to promote human rights and awareness about the links...
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Draft For Communique At The End Of The Roundtable Conference Organised By Alone (Alone) On Addressing The Crisis Of The Sahel And The Lake Chad Basin: Targeting A Pan-Nigerian Civil Society Agenda, 29 November 2016
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December 21, 2016
Following a one-day roundtable conference on the above topic, participant cutting across various civil society organisations in Nigeria have come...
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Cleaning in a Vaccum: Framework Gaps in the Implementation of the UNEP Report on Ogoniland
Being text of Press Conference organized by Social Action on 3rd of August 2016. Ladies and Gentlemen of the Media,...
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UP IN SMOKE: Gas Flaring, Communities and Carbon Trading in Nigeria
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August 2, 2016
The reduction of greenhouse gas emissions remains a global challenge, as climate change continues to adversely impact on all parts...
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WRONG AGAIN! LOAN (ACQUISITIONS) NOT SUSTAINABLE PATH TO DIVERSIFYING THE ECONOMY – SOCIAL ACTION
Overlooking the country's economic critical situation and against all well-meaning ideas put forward towards lifting the country from economic doldrums,...
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State Budgets Should Not Be Treated As Secret Documents: Being a Press Statement Released by Alone, Niger Delta Citizens and Budget Platform and Partners
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June 11, 2016
It is worrying that at the sixth month of the fiscal year, Rivers state, Akwa Ibom state, Bayelsa state and...
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NIGERIA AND EU’s ECONOMIC PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENT (EPA): Economic Cooperation or Economic Slavery?
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May 5, 2016
Nigeria is yet to sign the Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA), which is inspired by the European Union (EU) with the...
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Hope Rises On UNEP Report Implementation, Clean-up of Ogoniland, Niger Delta.
Indications emerged that the Nigerian government may finally kickstart the implementation of the United Nations Environmental Programme (UNEP) Report on...
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Whose Burden? Examining The Growing Public Debt Crisis In Nigeria
A new report by Social Action has revealed that Nigeria was fast re-entering the debt trap few years after it...
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NHRC postpones Public Inquiry on forced evictions, indefinitely: Press statement issued by the Social Action
Written by Lillian Akhigbe, Communications Officer, Social Action The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has postponed its Public Inquiry scheduled...
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Still Polluted : Monitoring Government and Shell’s Response to UNEP’s Environmental Assessment of Ogoniland
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December 9, 2014
The Social Action has today released a new report, STILL POLLUTED: Monitoring Government and Shell’s Response to UNEP’s Environmental Assessment...
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Seeing REDD : Communities, Forests and Carbon Trading in Nigeria
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December 8, 2014
The new report released today by Social Action, highlights how forest dependent communities in Cross River State, SouthEast Nigeria, are...
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Campaign Votes
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February 7, 2014
Citizens' Report on State and Local Government Budgets in the Niger Delta, 2014 There is a manifest disconnect between citizens...
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Compromise of Community Rights
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November 4, 2011
Brass LNG Project and Administration Flaws of Environmental Impact Assessment The Brass Liquefied Natural Gas (Brass LNG) project is one...
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Spend and Borrow
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May 20, 2010
Spend and Borrow contains findings of Budget Analyses and Monitoring activities by the Niger Delta Citizens and Budget Platform in...
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Pack and Go
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March 16, 2010
At least a quarter of population of Port Harcourt, the capital city of Rivers State, will be rendered homeless if...
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BEYOND AMNESTY: Citizens Report on State and Local Government Budget in the Niger Delta, 2009
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February 6, 2010
In 2009, Nigeria experienced significant revenue losses due to decreased petroleum production caused by heightened violence and deteriorating social conditions...
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Leaving The Debt
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September 12, 2009
Nigeria remains one of the most impoverished countries in the world, despite substantial revenues to the government from over 50...
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Flames of Hell: Gas Flaring in the Niger Delta
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July 2, 2009
Communities in the Niger Delta of Nigeria have suffered for 50 years from continuous gas flaring, as the government and...
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OVERCOMING NIGERIA’S ENERGY CRISIS
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May 4, 2009
Towards Effective Utilisation of Associated Gas and Renewable Energy Resources in the Niger Delta While the Nigerian economy is being...
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Communities and the Petroleum Industry Bill (PIB)
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November 8, 2008
In November 2009, Social Action and SDN organized a consultation on the Petroleum Industry Bill in Nigeria. Held in Yenagoa,...
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