School of Politics Policy and Governance

The SPPG's 33-week program offers a unique opportunity for qualified candidates to be equipped with the requisite knowledge, skills, and values required for effective, disruptive, and progressive public leadership. It includes a wide range of carefully selected courses comprising 24 modules that are analytically and empirically relevant to solving Nigeria’s, indeed, Africa’s complex development problems.                                                                    Join Us. Learn to lead with an unconventional curriculum.  Submit an application to join the #SPPGClassOf2024 #SchoolOfPoliticsPolicyandGovernance #theSPPG #ValueBasedLeadership #leadershipdevelopment

🌍 Highlights from #AfricaConference2024! True transformation in Africa demands collaboration between leaders and citizens. Speaking to this point at Africa Conference 2024, where disruptive leaders from 12 African countries—including Ghana, Senegal, Kenya, Egypt, DRC Congo, Cameroon, and Algeria—gathered, Dr. Obiageli “Oby” Ezekwesili shared her insights on governance in Africa. True leadership, she explained, requires a commitment to systemic changes that benefit society in polity, and economy, and the building of institutions that ensure sustainable progress. Africa Conference 2024 put a spotlight on the need for leaders and citizens to collaborate to drive sustainable progress for Africa. Get on board! PS: Full video here: https://lnkd.in/edZeJB75 #AC2024 #SPPG #TransformAfrica #Leadership

Citizens Participation in Governance Capstone Group 2 of the SPPG 2024 Cohort carried out a transformative project in Etsu-Dutsepe, Bwari LGA, Abuja, aimed at enhancing grassroots engagement and citizen participation in governance. Through stakeholder consultations, focus group discussions, workshops, and community dialogues, the project empowered citizens to demand transparency and accountability from their representatives. This initiative set a new standard for community-driven governance in the region, inspiring more active and informed citizen involvement. #SPPG #Governance #CommunityEngagement #CitizenParticipation #Nigeria #Transparency

🎓 Highlights from the #SPPGClassOf2024 Graduation Ceremony! In her keynote speech, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie emphasized the harsh realities of living in Nigeria, where unpredictable challenges ("Nigeria can happen to you") can have serious, life-altering consequences. She views the School of Politics, Policy, and Governance (SPPG) as a hopeful initiative that fosters a new kind of leadership—one that prioritizes the collective good over personal or narrow group interests. To her, the program represents a step toward positive change and better governance. Watch the full address here: https://lnkd.in/dYkSvYzT #SPPGGraduation #Leadership #UnconventionalLeaders #SPPG #AfricaLeadership #Governance

Highlights from the #SPPGClassOf2024 Graduation Ceremony! In her inspiring address, Dr Obiageli “Oby” Ezekwesili, Founder of SPPG, reminded the graduates of SPPG’s mission—to build a new pipeline of political leaders equipped to lead effectively. She stressed that governance is inseparable from politics and that political systems shape societies. Dr. Ezekwesili highlighted the SPPG's unconventional curriculum designed to produce leaders who understand policy, economics, and evidence-based decision-making, addressing the root of poor-quality public decisions that have held Africa back. Her final words: "You are raised on a different political culture—go out and be the 'Unconventional leaders' we raised." Congratulations to the Class of 2024! Watch the full video here: https://lnkd.in/g5fEEcJi #SPPGGraduation #Leadership #UnconventionalLeaders #SPPG #AfricaLeadership #Governance

Many young people in marginalized communities face barriers that limit their access to opportunities. To close this gap, the Youth Empowerment and Engagement Capstone Group 2 launched Project Youthspark, a three-week initiative offering skills training, seed capital for business startups, and internships for outstanding participants. The project also served as a social experiment, exploring the challenges of youth empowerment in underserved areas. The findings will guide the design of more inclusive and effective future programs. This impactful initiative earned them 2nd place in the Capstone Group Project Award! 🏅✨ #SPPG #YouthEmpowerment #Innovation #Nigeria #InclusiveGrowth

🎓 Highlights from the #SPPGClassOf2024 Graduation Ceremony! Dr. Abiola Akiyode-Afolabi, Dean of SPPG (Nigeria), expressed immense pride in the graduates, stating, "I have no doubt that the intensive academic training and hands-on learning provided by our stellar faculty have sufficiently equipped them with the expertise and skills to navigate the complex political and governance landscapes of this country and beyond." Watch the full video here: https://lnkd.in/d7Xi5FaG #SPPGGraduation #Leadership #UnconventionalLeaders #SPPGCelebration

🎓 Highlights from the #SPPGClassOf2024 Graduation Ceremony! Frank Nweke II, Co-chair of WSG 1, delivered an electrifying speech and challenged the graduates to take the initiative for effective leadership and development in Nigeria. Watch the full video here: https://lnkd.in/dybjNbvE #SPPGGraduation #Leadership #UnconventionalLeaders #SPPGCelebration

Many Nigerians feel disconnected from governance processes. Most citizens engage in governance primarily during elections. To solve this need, Citizen's Participation in Governance Capstone Group 1 developed CAPP—the Citizens Application for Political Participation. 🇳🇬 CAPP is a CivicTech platform that empowers Nigerians to engage in governance through two-way communication with the government, fostering accountability and improving public service delivery. This innovative solution earned them 1st place in the Capstone Group Project Award! 🏆✨ #SPPG #Governance #CitizenEngagement #Nigeria

🎓 #SPPGClassOf2024 Graduation Ceremony: What an inspiring moment as Alero Ayida-Otobo, CEO of SPPG Africa, delivered a powerful charge to the Unconventional Class of 2024. Watch the full video here: https://lnkd.in/d5nbYXwN #SPPG #SPPGGraduation #Leadership #UnconventionalLeaders #SPPGCelebration