The Nation Newspaper

Category: Northern Report

  • NTA names Uba Sani best performing governor of 2025

    NTA names Uba Sani best performing governor of 2025

    Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, has been honoured with the Best Performing Governor Award for 2025 by the NTA Kaduna Network Centre, adding another major recognition to his growing list of achievements.

    The award, presented yesterday, was described as a strong endorsement of the governor’s commitment to stabilising Kaduna, strengthening security, and promoting inclusive governance that resonates across communities.

    Represented by the Commissioner for Information, Malam Ahmed Maiyaki, Governor Sani was celebrated for transforming Kaduna into a national model for peace-building, development and responsive leadership.

    Despite a year marked by complex national challenges, Kaduna has recorded notable gains in security, rising investor confidence and renewed citizen engagement under Governor Sani’s reform-driven leadership. NTA officials hailed him as a “pillar of stability” whose inclusive policies have strengthened political participation and social cohesion.

    The colourful award ceremony, chaired by Rt. Hon. Aminu Sani Jaji, PhD, drew high-profile guests including Senator Shehu Sani, members of the National Assembly, NBTE’s Prof. Idris Bugaje, media executives and other stakeholders. 

    Read Also: Egypt, Nigeria friendly moved to Dec. 16

    Speakers highlighted the Governor’s strides in peace-building, infrastructure renewal, education, healthcare and social welfare, describing Kaduna’s progress as unmatched among subnational governments in 2025.

    They noted that the administration inherited significant challenges but responded with clear strategies and tangible solutions—from security partnerships that reduced rural banditry to expanded opportunities in skills development, mass transit, housing, MSME support and capital projects. 

    His inclusive leadership style, offering greater representation to women, youths and minority groups, was praised as a unifying model.

    Receiving the award on the Governor’s behalf, Maiyaki reaffirmed the administration’s resolve to sustain ongoing reforms, deepen grassroots engagement and accelerate development across all 23 LGAs. He dedicated the honour to the people of Kaduna State, saying their support remains central to the Governor’s achievements.

    The NTA recognition further elevates Governor Uba Sani’s national profile as a bridge-builder and reform champion, reinforcing Kaduna’s growing reputation for stability, inclusiveness and people-centred governance in 2025.

  • CSCI to Abuja residents: Prevent hypertension, kidney failure

    CSCI to Abuja residents: Prevent hypertension, kidney failure

    …urges salt intake reduction 

    Abuja residents and the wider public have been urged to drastically reduce salt consumption as Nigeria faces a surge in hypertension, cardiovascular disease and kidney failure linked to excessive sodium intake.

    The Centre for Communication and Social Impact (CCSI), working with the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare and other stakeholders, gave the advice on Saturday during the Lugbe leg of its public sensitisation campaign against excessive consumption of salt.

    The initiative aims to prevent deaths, ease pressure on the health system and safeguard family and national economic productivity.

    The Head of Programmes at CCSI, Oluseyi Akintola, said the awareness effort targets everyday dietary habits, especially among young people, because of the implications of excessive sodium consumption. 

    Explaining why the campaign becomes necessary, Akintola stressed that most Nigerians consume far beyond the World Health Organization’s (WHO) recommended daily limit of five milligrams.

    “We just put so much salt that it may cause, later in life, problems for us,” he said 

    He described hypertension as a growing epidemic, saying, “We now have an epidemic of non-communicable disease, especially hypertension, which is directly traceable to salt intake.”

    Akintola said salt preference is an acquired habit that can be changed when people are properly informed, 

    “That’s why CCSI is upbeat about this campaign to the grassroots”, he added, explaining that while sodium reduction has been discussed previously, the CCSI campaign represents the first national communication-led behavioural change effort. 

    “With consistent messaging, we believe the message will stick and get to a point where people will now say, oh, I’ve heard this somewhere… I should mind how much salt I consume every day,” he added.

    He added that CCSI works closely with regulators, and that steps toward mandatory front-of-pack labelling for sodium content on packaged foods are advancing.

    One of the medical experts on the team, Dr. Abbah Innocent Ochigbo of the University of Abuja Teaching Hospital, warned that salt-related illnesses are now showing up in younger Nigerians. 

    “Before now, elevated blood pressure… and other cardiovascular diseases were very rare among young people, but we are beginning to see a rising trend,” he said.

    He listed kidney failure, heart failure and chronic kidney disease among people under 40, noting that fast foods, excessive snacks and eating out are major contributors. 

    Warning against extra salt at the table, he said, “It’s very dangerous. You are already inviting different forms of cardiovascular diseases.

    Read Also: India’s new envoy presents credentials to Tinubu, pledges stronger ties with Nigeria

    “Excess salt weakens bones, causes arthritis and osteoporosis, and compromises kidney function. Anywhere there is salt, it attracts water, increasing fluid retention and blood pressure, which over time puts harmful stress on the kidneys.”

    Ochigbo called the campaign preventive and urgent, noting “The cost of managing these diseases is far more expensive compared to when they are prevented”.

    The organisation’s Media and Programme Officer, Anna White-Agbo, said the campaign will expand to Lagos and Kano next year, noting that informed communities are more likely to demand supportive government policies.

    The campaign flagged off at Wuse Market on December 4, offering blood pressure checks and public education. 

    Later, the campaign moved to Nyanya before berthing at Lugbe Mall on Saturday, then moved into Lugbe communities, attracting large turnouts and focusing on proper label interpretation, medical guidance and on-the-spot testing.

    Beneficiaries also received educational materials.

    White-Agbo said sensitisation will continue into next year, with grassroots outreach especially important, noting, “Not everybody has the data or resources to be online.

    “But by combining digital education with market-based interventions, CCSI is hoping to build sustained public awareness around salt reduction and healthier food choices”.

  • Matawalle remains asset to Tinubu’s security governance agenda, says group

    Matawalle remains asset to Tinubu’s security governance agenda, says group

    …warns against politicising minister’s old video

    A citizens-led advocacy group, the Coalition for Truth and National Interest (CTNI), has urged Nigerians to ignore what it described as “selective outrage” over an old video of Bello Matawalle, Minister of State for Defence.

    In a statement issued on Wednesday in Lagos, the group, led by its national president, Comrade Olatokunbo Olawoyin, defended the minister and warned against attempts to politicise a years-old clip for narrow partisan gains.

    The civic group said the renewed attacks against Matawalle were “opportunistic and stripped of the broader security realities” faced by the country at the time the video was recorded. 

    The statement emphasised that public debate should focus on verifiable contributions rather than emotionally charged fragments taken out of context.

    “Recycling old footage for political point-scoring undermines reasoned discourse and distracts from pressing national security issues. It does not reflect the minister’s longstanding commitment to stabilising Nigeria or his current role in the nation’s defence architecture,” Olawoyin said.

    The coalition highlighted Matawalle’s recent efforts in national security, citing his instrumental role in the successful rescue of schoolgirls abducted in Kebbi State. 

    The operation, it said, required coordination, tact, and a deep understanding of Nigeria’s security environment, underscoring the minister’s capacity to act decisively in critical situations.

    “Look at the recent rescue of abducted students of the Government Girls Secondary School in Maga, Kebbi State; that successful operation was not by accident,” Olawoyin noted.

    “It was the result of experience, careful planning, and a thorough understanding of the complexity of insecurity in the North-West. Those who focus solely on past footage are ignoring his current contributions to national stability,” 

    The coalition further urged Nigerians to differentiate between understanding the causes of insecurity and condoning criminality, cautioning that conflating the two could lead to unfair vilification of public officials actively engaged in security management.

    “At a time when the country faces multiple security pressures, the government needs competent hands—people who understand both the operational demands and the human dimensions of conflict. Minister Matawalle is one such asset,” Comrade Olawoyin said. 

    The group also appealed to the media and the public to prioritise the national interest over sensationalism, warning against allowing social media narratives to distort perceptions of public servants’ performance.

    “Nigeria is at a critical juncture. We cannot afford to be distracted by manufactured controversies. This is not the time to weaponise old videos or pursue narratives that undermine those committed to stabilising the nation. What the country needs is unity, sober analysis, and a commitment to facts—not outrage theatre,” the statement added.

    The coalition concluded by urging citizens to focus on current evidence of service and leadership, reiterating that Matawalle remains a valuable member of President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet and a key contributor to ongoing efforts to strengthen the nation’s defence and internal security.

  • FACT-CHECK: Claim that Dauda Lawal ‘pardoned, freed convicted bandits’ false

    FACT-CHECK: Claim that Dauda Lawal ‘pardoned, freed convicted bandits’ false

    On November 28, 2025, a group called Human Rights Watchdog in Africa (HRWA) issued a press statement, signed by its Executive Director, Samson Adamu, calling on President Bola Tinubu to declare a state of emergency in Zamfara after accusing Governor Dauda Lawal of “pardoning and releasing convicted bandits.”

    — CLAIM —

    The HRWA’s statement, which was used by some sections of the media, claimed that Governor Dauda Lawal authorised the release of 69 convicted bandits in September through what it described as a “secret state pardon,” reportedly processed through the Zamfara State Zakat and Endowment Board, under a programme tagged “Religious Amnesty.”

    The group further urged President Tinubu to invoke emergency powers under the Nigerian Constitution to suspend Lawal, overhaul the state’s security apparatus, and launch a federal probe into the alleged pardons.

    “Strip away his authority before more blood is spilt. HRWA stands with the voiceless victims of Zamfara; we will not rest until accountability prevails,” Adamu said.

    — VERIFICATION —

    In order to verify this claim, this newspaper tried to obtain the original statement issued and signed by the Human Rights Watchdog in Africa, which was the source of the story published by some online platforms. However, this newspaper couldn’t get the original statement issued by the group.

    Our correspondents tried to reach out to Samson Adamu, the so-called executive director of the group, who signed the statement according to the published stories. Checks with journalists in Zamfara, Kaduna and Abuja, where the purported statement was allegedly released, couldn’t yield any tangible result, as no journalist could confirm receiving any statement by the said group or from Samson Adamu.

    Our reporters deployed open search tools to see whether the group has a registration with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) or any office, website, contact, or physical address. The results from the online searches were all negative.

    This newspaper’s fact-check team has tried checking the identity of Samson Adamu through online tools. Like the group he purportedly represents, there was no name matching his online before November 28, 2025. He has no digital footprint or social media identity, nor any virtual or physical address or phone number.

    The Human Rights Watchdog in Africa, it was found, first appeared in late November 2025, through news coverage in Nigeria for urging President Tinubu to declare a state of emergency in Zamfara State. Before this time, there was no mention of the organisation online or anywhere.

    On the validity of the group’s claim, a team of fact-checkers deployed by this newspaper uncovered that the Zamfara State Zakkat and Endowment Board had facilitated the settlement of DEBTS and subsequent release of 909 inmates between 2024 and 2025.

    This was revealed by the Executive Secretary of the board, Alhaji Habib Muhammad Balarabe, during the 2025 End-of-Year Activities held at the Board’s premises, Bypass, Gusau, recently.

    Mr Balarabe said the board secured the freedom of 473 inmates in 2024 and this year released ₦67.2 million for the settlement of DEBTS owed by 436 inmates, bringing the total beneficiaries to 909 within two years.

    The board also empowers 200 women small-scale business owners, who received ₦50,000 each, to strengthen their enterprises. Another set of 100 women were presented with starter packs, completing a three-week poultry production training to enable them to start their own businesses.

    Checks with the officials of the Zakkat board have further revealed that their scope of humanitarian activities, which includes paying up the debts of persons convicted of civil cases, and have proven to be of worthy character while in prison, DIDN’T include bandits, who are convicted of criminal activities.

    “We don’t have such a mandate. And no convicted bandit was pardoned or released. It is laughable for someone to say the Governor of Zamfara, who, time without number, declared publicly that he won’t negotiate with bandits, would turn back to release them from prison after their conviction. This is a huge joke,” the official, who was not authorised to speak to the press, said on Tuesday.

    Further checks have shown that the Zakkat board paid the debts of the convicted debtors after a thorough process in collaboration with the officials of the Nigeria Correctional Service (NCS).

    This newspaper has further confirmed that in the last two years, Governor Dauda Lawal has been consistent in insisting that his administration won’t negotiate with bandits.   

    On October 29, 2025, while serving as a guest lecturer to participants of the Executive Intelligence Management Course (EIMC) at the National Institute for Security Studies in Abuja, Governor Lawal warned against the ongoing federal government peace deal with bandits.

    The governor further stressed that Zamfara State strongly frowns on the ongoing, unregulated peace efforts being undertaken in parts of the North-West with violent non-state actors.

    “Dialogue can aid conflict management, but true peace requires disarmament, and reconciliation without control equates to surrender. Allowing armed groups to keep their weapons while setting peace terms simply delays violence and compromises state sovereignty.”

    “At this crucial time, peace efforts should be strong, coordinated, state-led, and backed by legitimate authority. The State must show it has both the capacity and the will to enforce peace. Sustainable peace arises when armed actors acknowledge the rule of law and the Government’s commitment to protect its citizens.”

    Lastly, our reporters reached out to Governor Lawal’s spokesperson, Suleman Bala Idris, to establish whether his principal had actually pardoned and released convicted bandits. Mr Idris said there was no time Governor Lawal pardoned or released any bandit.

    He said, “The story is a juvenile work of fiction. It is a figment of the imagination of some failed politicians in Abuja whose political career is in jeopardy because of their links with bandits. As that haunts them, they would continue to catch straws, including manufacturing puerile lies, to tarnish the Rescue Mission revolution being undertaken by Governor Dauda Lawal in Zamfara state. It is a desperate attempt to distract Governor Lawal, but that has also failed, as it did before.”

    — VERDICT —

    After a thorough investigation by our fact-check directorate, it has been established beyond doubt that the Human Rights Watchdog in Africa (HRWA) and its executive director are fictitious. The claim that Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State had pardoned and released convicted bandits is found to be FALSE.

  • Gusau Airport to deepen investment opportunities — Official 

    Gusau Airport to deepen investment opportunities — Official 

    Zamfara state airport will open more investment opportunities in the state, Zamfara State Commissioner for Works and Infrastructure, Lawal Barau Bungudu, has said.

    The commissioner revealed this on Tuesday while speaking with journalists after inspecting the ongoing construction of the Zamfara International Airport.

    According to him, by the end of January 2026, the terminal buildings and other components of the airport would be completed, God willing.

    “I highly appreciate the quality of the work. Everything is going according to plan and, God willing, from what I have seen, both the terminal buildings and other sites will be completed by the end of January,” he said.

    Mr Bungudu added that the present administration is committed to delivering an international-standard airport that citizens will be proud of.

    “Our government under the leadership of Governor Dauda Lawal is constructing this airport to open more investment opportunities in Zamfara,” he stated.

    Also speaking during the inspection, Engineer Nicholas said the terminal buildings for both domestic and international operations were almost completed.

    He said the construction of the main fire station had reached 50 percent completion, while the control tower had reached 60 percent.

    “We are working to meet the contractual agreement. By February 2026, we are confident of achieving 90 percent completion.

    “The 3.4-km runway with shoulders has reached 80 percent. Things are moving well, and we hope to meet the deadlines,” he said.

  • Lawal showcases Zamfara’s agribusiness potentials in Morocco

    Lawal showcases Zamfara’s agribusiness potentials in Morocco

    Governor Dauda Lawal reiterated to global investors that Zamfara State holds a comparative advantage in agriculture. 

    The governor participated in the Africa Investment Forum (AIF) Market Days 2025, held from November 26 to 28, 2025, in Rabat, Morocco.

    A statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, disclosed that the Africa Investment Forum Market Days effectively united African investors, facilitated deal negotiations, and supported investment realization across the continent.

    The statement added that the summit, led by the African Development Bank in partnership with six founding institutions, positions the Africa Investment Forum as a strategic and multidisciplinary platform designed to streamline and accelerate the financing and structuring of projects for Africa.

    During the summit, Governor Lawal participated in high-level dialogues on enhancing private investment through enabling environments, a panel on scaling investments through public-private partnerships, and a session on mobilizing domestic capital to drive Africa’s growth. 

    “Other activities undertaken by Governor Dauda Lawal on the sidelines of the Africa Investment Forum Market Days in Rabat, Morocco, include signing a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Zamfara State Government and the Ministry of Finance Incorporated (MOFI) to promote large-scale agricultural transformation in the state.

    “The agreement positions Zamfara State as a key beneficiary of the INTEGRANIUM Agricultural Transformation Initiative, a national programme focused on mechanized farming, agro-processing, post-harvest systems, and global market access.

    “Under the MoU, Zamfara State will provide land, infrastructure, security, and an enabling policy environment, while MoFI will lead financing mobilization, investor engagement, and project development support. 

    “The partnership is expected to deliver jobs, boost food security, strengthen value chains, and accelerate inclusive economic growth in Zamfara and the wider North-West region.”

    In his remarks at a roundtable with investors, Governor Lawal described Zamfara State as an agricultural hub, noting that the state is experiencing rapid progress across all sectors under his administration.

    He said, “I am glad that the African Development Bank is here with other leading global potential investors. Agriculture is the way forward for Africa, Nigeria, and Zamfara State in particular, due to the many opportunities available. 

    “In Zamfara State, our comparative advantage is Agriculture. We grow all crops in the state; we are not limited to soybeans. We have the land, and it is fertile. 

    “I am inviting all global investors to come to Zamfara. We are in the final stages of finishing our international cargo airport, building a five-star hotel, and undertaking extensive urban renewal projects in Zamfara State.” 

  • University of Ilorin honours Governor Lawal for outstanding leadership 

    University of Ilorin honours Governor Lawal for outstanding leadership 

    The University of Ilorin has conferred an Award of Excellence on the Governor of Zamfara State, Dr. Dauda Lawal, in recognition of his outstanding leadership, unwavering commitment to public service, and notable contributions to national development.

    The honour was bestowed during the University’s 50th Anniversary Celebration held on Thursday in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital.

    In its citation, the University described Governor Lawal as “a model of principled leadership whose actions reflect the values of excellence, integrity, and service to humanity.” 

    It further stated that the Governor’s reforms in governance, education, economic revitalization, and security align with the institution’s vision of nurturing leaders committed to knowledge, character, and nation-building.

    Parts of the citation reads, “This distinguished accolade is a fitting testament to Your Excellency’s exemplary leadership, dedication to service, and significant contributions to the socio-economic and educational advancement of Nigeria. 

    “The University—renowned for its academic rigour and integrity—has recognized in you the very qualities it strives to instill in its students.”

    Receiving the award on behalf of the Governor, the Secretary to the Zamfara State Government, Malam Abubakar Mohammad Nakwada, expressed profound appreciation to the University of Ilorin for the prestigious honour. 

    He noted that the recognition would further inspire Governor Lawal to intensify his efforts in rebuilding institutions, empowering communities, and advancing inclusive development across Zamfara State and Nigeria.

    The SSG also congratulated the University on its 50th Anniversary, commending its legacy of academic excellence and its impact on generations of Nigerians. 

    He urged the institution to continue championing the values of excellence, integrity, and national service that have earned it a distinguished place in the country’s educational landscape. 

  • First Lady distributes welfare packages for Christmas 

    First Lady distributes welfare packages for Christmas 

    Wife of the Zamfara State Governor, Huriyya Dauda Lawal, has distributed comprehensive welfare packages to women drawn from various groups, organisations, unions and security formations to cushion economic hardship during the 2025 Christmas

    At the event held at Government House, Gusau, representatives of some beneficiary groups, including Mrs Martila Udowella of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN); Lolo Ugueze Theresa Obijiaku, wife of the HRH Chief of Igbo Community, Gusau; and Mrs Esther Ariyo of the Yoruba Women Community, expressed gratitude for the gesture.

    The welfare packages included bags of rice, cash support, pasta, sugar, cooking oil and other essential items aimed at easing the festive season burden on families across Zamfara State.

    Beneficiaries were drawn from a broad range of groups, including the Christian community, Yoruba and Igbo groups, Gidan Zala community, non-indigenes, as well as security and uniformed agencies such as the Army, Immigration, Customs, Police, Civil Defence, DSS, Road Safety, NDLEA, Prison Service, Zarota, Red Cross, teachers, nurses, doctors, market women, youths, NYSC members, scouts, vendors, fire service personnel, media organisations and banks.

    In her remarks, Huriyya Dauda appreciated the support given to Governor Dauda Lawal’s administration, noting that such solidarity strengthens ongoing efforts to improve citizens’ wellbeing. She described women as pillars of peace, stability and development, adding that their contributions remain vital to the growth of the state.

    “The strength of Zamfara lies in the resilience and commitment of its women. They are the backbone of our society, and your contributions continue to drive the growth and progress of our state,” she said.

    She explained that the gesture was intended to ease the burden on women during the festive period and ensure they celebrated Christmas with comfort and dignity. 

    She urged beneficiaries to share the items equitably within their groups, stressing that the initiative promotes compassion, unity and collective wellbeing.

    “I pray that this season brings peace, blessings and prosperity to every household. May we continue to work together to build a harmonious and prosperous Zamfara State,” she added.

    Hajiya Huriyya reaffirmed her commitment to promoting programmes that uplift women, strengthen families and enhance community development.

  • Wike appoints Galadima SSA on development control, planning 

    Wike appoints Galadima SSA on development control, planning 

    The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike has appointed Mukhtar Usman Galadima Senior Special Assistant (SSA), on Development Control and Planning.

    A statement on Wednesday, by the Minister’s SSA on Public Communications and Social Media, described Galadima, as a seasoned Town Planner, with over 30 years of experience in the FCTA Department of Development Control (Abuja Metropolitan Management Council) and Satellite Towns Development Agency.

    READ ALSO; How I will tackle insecurity, by Defence minister-designate, General Musa

    Mukhtar Galadima, who became the Director, Department of Development Control in 2016, retired from the Civil Service last month (November). 

    He was a member of several ministerial committees, including the Abuja Masterplan Restoration Task Team, Review of Revoked Titles and Change of Land Use.

    Olayinka said the appointment takes immediate effect. 

  • Hub seeks to redefine information use

    Hub seeks to redefine information use

    The maiden edition of the KM and Comms Village has debuted in Abuja with a bold mission to transform how organisations generate, interpret, and deploy information for smarter decision-making and impact.

    Designed as a multi-day, multi-format convening, the new initiative seeks to shift institutional thinking by treating knowledge as a central driver of strategy rather than a support function, by featuring expert roundtables, solution labs, knowledge clinics, storytelling hubs, micro-masterclasses, and curated showcases of tools and innovations, each aimed at fostering co-creation, better information use, and practical problem-solving.

    The Convener, Dr. Adeshola Komolafe, said the Village was conceived as “a needed space for collective thinking and problem solving,” noting that many institutions struggle not because they lack information but because they lack systems that convert data into actionable intelligence.

    She said: “The KM and Comms Village debuted from a simple but urgent question. How do we turn raw information into intelligence, and intelligence into action? This Village is a living community of practice where people can explore those questions together.”

    A key highlight of the debut was its intentionally curated physical environment, designed to reinforce the Village’s purpose of demonstrating how knowledge and communication shape organisational impact.

    She said: “We created the KM and Comms Village to demonstrate that knowledge and communication are not support functions. They are strategic levers that shape how organisations think, respond, and create impact.

    “Every installation, every visual, every object in this Village is intentional. We want participants to experience what it means to communicate with purpose, to see how knowledge can be translated into clarity, and to understand that systems of learning and communication must be built deliberately.”

    She added that the Village was designed as an open, cross-sector meeting point saying, “This space is not reserved for experts. It is a place where programme leads, researchers, policy specialists, data analysts, storytellers, civil society actors, government representatives, creatives, students, and curious minds can come with questions and leave with clarity. That is what a true community of practice offers.”

    According to her, today’s development and governance challenges require breaking down silos.

    “To address complex issues, we must dismantle silos. The Village is designed as a meeting point for diverse perspectives to engage, challenge assumptions, and build better systems.”

    She emphasised that the long-term vision was to build a leading platform for thought leadership, capacity strengthening, and innovation at the intersection of knowledge and communication.

    “The Village aims to produce actionable prototypes, documented insights, strengthened networks, and a living repository of tools, stories, and lessons.

    “We are nurturing an active community of practice committed to continuous learning, creativity, and collaboration. With this debut, we are not just hosting an event; we are opening a space where ideas breathe, where knowledge becomes usable, and where communication drives meaningful transformation.”

    Describing the experience as a game-changer for the field, one of the participants, Joseph Mutah called it “the beginning of something important that will influence how institutions approach knowledge and communication,”

    Another participant, Khadija Monguno said “the Village brings learning, creativity, and strategy into one coherent space. It shows what becomes possible when ideas are allowed to breathe and when communication is treated as a craft.”