A civil society organisation with emphasis on the promotion of democracy, the rule of law and good governance, the National Support Group (NSG), has concluded plans to present a new book examining Nigeria’s democratic journey and the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu.
In a statement made available on Sunday by the Convener of the NSG, Comrade Oluseye Akanmu, the virtual presentation of the book, scheduled for Sunday (today), will feature academics, development experts, civil society representatives and other distinguished personalities.
Important dignitaries expected at the event include the Chairman of the Foreign Investment Network (FIN), United Kingdom, Dr Olayinka Fayomi, who will make a Special Guest appearance while the Founder and Director of She Be The Change, Ms Sarah Noet, will participate as the Guest Speaker.
The book, titled “The End of History and the Dawn of Renewed Hope” is authored by Comrade Oluseye Akanmu, the Convener of the National Support Group.
According to Akanmu, the publication examines Nigeria’s democratic experience and explores the significance of the Renewed Hope Agenda under President Tinubu’s leadership.
The event, which is scheduled to commence at about 7pm West Central Africa Time, will be held virtually via Zoom.
Renowned political scientist and Senior Researcher at the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs, Professor Femi Otubanjo, will chair the occasion and deliver the keynote address.
Ambassador Zoko Anyameluna, a Global Development Strategist, will serve as the Chief Launcher of the book.
Dr Tunde Oseni, Associate Professor of Political Science at Lead City University, Nigeria, will review the book.
The event will also feature Mr Yangbo Du, Head of Business Development at She Be The Change, and Mr Caleb Ede, Director of Primeville Preparatory School, Abuja, as Special Guests of Honour.
The SNG further disclosed that the proceedings will be moderated by Mrs Madeleine Mkunu, President of Leading Women of Africa (LWA).
Speaking ahead of the presentation, Akanmu disclosed that proceeds from the book presentation would be channelled towards revitalising the NSG, which was established in 2010.
He explained that the funds would support the rebuilding of the organisation’s website, the establishment of an online television platform and the organisation of civic enlightenment programmes aimed at educating and engaging Nigerians on issues of national importance.
The initiative is expected to strengthen the organisation’s capacity to promote democratic participation, public awareness and constructive engagement on governance and development issues.
The book presentation is being supported by Leading Women of Africa and the Foreign Investment Network.
The organisers have extended invitations to members of the public, civil society organisations, stakeholders and the media to participate in the virtual event.
The NSG added that interested participants can join through the following Zoom details: Time: 7pm, West Central Africa Time, Meeting ID: 864 1040 9710, Passcode: 926830.
