Tag: MacArthur Foundation
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MacArthur Foundation lauds PRIMORG’s partnership, impact on Nigerians
The MacArthur Foundation says effective partnerships with the Progressive Impact Organisation for Community Development (PRIMORG) and others have positively influenced society and significantly enhanced impacts during its over 30 years of operation in Nigeria. The Foundation’s Deputy Director, Africa Office, Dr Amina Salihu, made the revelation after a tour of PRIMORG’s office in Pyakassa, Lugbe…
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Anti-Corruption: MacArthur Foundation urges Nigerian govt to leverage technology
The MacArthur Foundation has urged governments at all levels to leverage technology to combat public sector fraud while charging political leaders in Nigeria to stay committed to the fight against corruption. Africa Director of the Foundation, Dr Kole Shettima, made the call on Wednesday in Abuja during an anti-corruption radio program, PUBLIC CONSCIENCE, produced by…
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Journalists charged to track budget implementation by govt
Journalists have been charged on the need to make budget tracking and reporting part of their responsibilities. The Managing Director of a Kano – based media organization, Stallion Times, Isiaku Ahmed gave the charge on Wednesday in Lokoja. He said budget tracking and reporting is capable of ensuring good governance and government at all levels…
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The ICIR calls for applications from journalists into OCR project
The International Centre for Investigative Reporting (ICIR) has published a call for applications from suitable and qualified journalists for the third phase of its Open Contract Reporting Project (OCRP).
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NIN: Nigerians lament persistent extortion by NIMC officials
NIN: Nigerians lament persistent extortion by NIMC officials
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MacArthur Foundation identifies accountability as Nigeria’s major challenge
MacArthur Foundation identifies accountability as Nigeria’s major challenge
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MacArthur Foundation applauded for exploits in anti-corruption fight in Nigeria
The Presentation of a two-year report of an anti-corruption and accountability project by the Progressive Impact Organization for Community Development (PRIMORG) attracted throngs of praise and encomium for the MacArthur Foundation, civil society organizations, and the media in their fight against corruption. The project titled ‘Strengthening Anti-Corruption and Accountability by Amplifying Corruption Related Investigative Reports…
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Group urges Buhari to jail corrupt govt officials who steal from disabled
The Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities (JONAPWD) has proffered the jailing of corrupt government officials as the most potent way to scare others away from corrupt acts. The Public Relations Officer of JONAPWD, Obinna Ekujereonye stated this on Wednesday during a radio program, Public Conscience produced by the Progressive Impact Organization for Community…