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Born from nationwide civic advocacy, The Citizens Project exists to ensure ordinary Nigerians shape decisions that affect their lives—from local councils to federal institutions.

We organize citizens across all geopolitical zones and collaborate with communities on practical, policy-driven solutions.

Core Values

  • Integrity in public leadership
  • Inclusion across ethnicity, religion, gender, and class
  • Evidence-based policy and transparent communication
  • Peaceful democratic participation

The Citizens Project is an independent publication launched in April 2026 by Dele Farotimi. If you subscribe today, you'll get full access to the website, as well as email newsletters about new content as it becomes available. Your subscription makes this site possible and allows The Citizens Project to continue. Thank you!

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