President Bola Tinubu. Photo: State House
President Bola Tinubu has said that civil society organisations are “co-architects of national development”, urging them to deepen collaboration with government in promoting transparency, accountability and sustainable development across Nigeria.
Tinubu, represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, stated this on Wednesday at the opening of the National Civil Society Organisations Summit 2026 and Southern Civil Society Organisations Summit held at the Oriental Hotel, Lagos.
Speaking on the theme, “Nigeria First”, the President said the role of civil society had moved beyond activism, stressing that their contributions to national growth represented “patriotism in action”.
He said CSOs played critical roles during national emergencies, including the COVID-19 pandemic, and remained essential partners in responding to challenges such as flooding, climate change and public health crises.
