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They Planted a Tree. A Year Later, YLN Came Back With Scholarships.

At Gwallameji Secondary School in Bauchi, students who committed to growing and protecting their trees were rewarded with scholarships and school supplies — because environmental responsibility deserves to be celebrated.

Oct 20265 min readBauchi

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When Citizens and Their Government Sit in the Same Room: The My LGA and I Forum, Doma

Active Citizenship

Oct 20265 min read

When Citizens and Their Government Sit in the Same Room: The My LGA and I Forum, Doma

YLN convened the My LGA and I Forum in Doma, Nasarawa State — bringing citizens face to face with local government leadership to ask questions, raise concerns, and hold power to account.

Nasarawa State Commits to a CCD Desk — Now the Real Work Begins

Active Citizenship

Oct 20265 min read

Nasarawa State Commits to a CCD Desk — Now the Real Work Begins

At YLN's engagement on institutionalising the Community Charter of Demand, Nasarawa's Ministry of Finance, Budget & Planning made concrete commitments. Three accountability questions will determine whether they mean it.

3 Years of Building Community, One Game at a Time

Youth Leadership

Sep 20264 min read

3 Years of Building Community, One Game at a Time

The Ignite Sports 3-Year Anniversary proved that sport for development isn't just about fitness — it's about creating the civic leaders of tomorrow.

69% Peaceful — But Peace Alone Doesn't Define a Good Election

Active Citizenship

Aug 20266 min read

69% Peaceful — But Peace Alone Doesn't Define a Good Election

YLN's rapid citizen feedback data from Bauchi's August 17th Local Government Elections paints a mixed picture: orderly process, but low turnout and systemic gaps tell a harder story.

Marriage. Pregnancy. Poverty. None of These Should End a Girl's Education

Inclusive Education

Aug 20265 min read

Marriage. Pregnancy. Poverty. None of These Should End a Girl's Education

In Birshi Gandu Community, the Malala Vanguard Initiative is reshaping how communities think about second-chance education — one conversation at a time.

What if Communities Could Shape the Government Budget From the Start?

Active Citizenship

Sep 20265 min read

What if Communities Could Shape the Government Budget From the Start?

YLN's Act4Democracy initiative brought communities and local officials together in Plateau State to pilot participatory budgeting at the grassroots level.

Deaf, Blind, and Unstoppable: Inclusion in Action

Inclusive Education

Aug 20264 min read

Deaf, Blind, and Unstoppable: Inclusion in Action

YLN's HER Skills programme is reaching girls with disabilities — proving that inclusive education means leaving no learner behind, regardless of ability.

Your Vote Is Your Voice — YLN at Bogoro Market

Active Citizenship

Aug 20263 min read

Your Vote Is Your Voice — YLN at Bogoro Market

YLN's voter education teams took to Bogoro market to reach citizens where they are — reminding communities that participation starts long before election day.