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MEET OUR KEYNOTE SPEAKER

We are honoured to announce Amb. ’Dapo Oyewole as the Keynote Speaker at the Nigeria Youth Leadership & Ecosystem Convening 2026.

As Secretary General of the Conference of Speakers and Presidents of African Legislatures (CoSPAL) and Senior Special Assistant to the President of Nigeria on International Cooperation, Amb. Oyewole brings over two decades of experience in governance, public policy, international development and parliamentary diplomacy.

His wealth of experience and commitment to strengthening governance and developing future leaders will bring valuable insights to conversations on powering youth leadership ecosystems for Nigeria’s democratic and development futures.

Join us as young leaders, policymakers, development partners and ecosystem stakeholders converge to shape a more inclusive and youth-responsive future for Nigeria.

Learn more about the convening: https://nigeriayouthfund.org/media-event/

#NYFFAt5 #YouthLeadership #NigeriaYouthFuturesFund #TheNigeriaWeWant

NYFF is a project implemented by @leapafrica with funding from MacArthur Foundation, @fordfoundation and Luminate by @ng_youthfund

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“Africa’s progress will not be won in conference halls alone. It will be won in the hard, unglamorous work of turning ideas into institutions, diagnoses into delivery, and words into action.”

In his virtual welcome remarks at the opening of the Development Festival (#DevFest26), organised by Nextier and hosted at the CoSPAL Secretariat on 13 October 2026, the Secretary-General of CoSPAL, Amb. ’Dapo Oyewole, called on development practitioners from across Nigeria, Africa and beyond to bridge the gap between policy formulation and implementation.

He emphasised the role of legislatures in driving lasting reform, noting: “Parliaments are not just chambers of debate; they are engine rooms of reform. They are the institutions that turn policy into law and law into lived reality for our people… When legislatures lead, reforms last.”

As a partner of Nextier DevFest 26, CoSPAL applauds Mr Patrick Okigbo and his team for convening the Festival and fostering meaningful dialogue on Africa’s development priorities.

DevFest’s call to move from conversation to action reflects CoSPAL’s commitment to strengthening legislative leadership, advancing parliamentary cooperation and translating commitments into tangible outcomes that will bolster inclusive development Africa.

#devfest26 #parliamentarydiplomacy by @ng_youthfund

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Empowering Africa’s Next Generation of Digital Leaders and Innovators

On Thursday, 8 October 2026, the Deputy Chief of Staff of CoSPAL, Ms Solape Sonuga represented the Secretary-General, Amb. ’Dapo Oyewole, at the second edition of the Vision 2035 AI-athon Project: Digital Leadership Workshop and Speech Contest (DILS), held at the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), Abuja.

Organised by the Young Communicators Initiative (TYCI), the forum brought together emerging leaders to explore the responsible use of artificial intelligence, technology and public communication in advancing governance and development across Africa.

As technology continues to reshape societies and institutions, equipping young people with the knowledge and skills to engage responsibly with these tools is essential to building a more innovative, inclusive and digitally empowered Africa.

Investing in young people’s digital capacity today is an investment in Africa’s democratic and developmental future. by @ng_youthfund

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“A parliament that forgets its history, forfeits its future.”

Earlier on Monday, our Secretary-General, Amb. ’Dapo Oyewole, delivered the opening remarks at the Opening Ceremony of National Assembly Library Week, under the leadership of Rt. Hon. Henry Nwawuba, Executive Secretary, National Assembly Library Trust Fund (NALTF).

In his remarks, he commended the leadership of the Executive Secretary, Rt. Hon. Henry Nwawuba, and his team at the National Assembly Library Trust Fund for their remarkable work in preserving and promoting legislative knowledge and institutional memory.

He also reaffirmed CoSPAL’s belief in the importance of preserving legislative knowledge, sharing institutional experiences and ensuring that parliamentary leaders and practitioners can draw from the lessons of those who came before them.

He highlighted CoSPAL’s commitment to making legislative knowledge more accessible across Africa, including through our partnership with the National Assembly Library on the Africa Parliamentary Research & Knowledge Management Network (ARK-NET).

For CoSPAL, preserving institutional memory is not only about looking back; it is about equipping today’s and tomorrow’s parliamentary leaders with the knowledge to build stronger legislative institutions. by @ng_youthfund

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Happy Independence Day, Nigeria!

As Nigeria marks 66 years of independence, the CoSPAL Secretariat celebrates the nation’s journey and its enduring commitment to democratic governance, legislative leadership and national development.

May Nigeria continue to advance in unity, progress and prosperity.

Happy Independence Day, Nigeria.

#NigeriaAt66 #IndependenceDay #CoSPAL by @ng_youthfund

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19 days ago

I was delighted to welcome distinguished guests, stakeholders, and participants to the opening ceremony of National Assembly Library Week 2026.

The opening session offered thoughtful discussions on the role of knowledge, research, and the Library in supporting legislative and democratic institutions. It was a pleasure to hear diverse perspectives and engaging with participants who share our commitment to building a stronger, knowledge-driven institution.

We look forward to Day 2 and anticipate further engaging discussions, new perspectives, and meaningful exchanges.

The full text of my opening address will be published across our official channels for your reading and insights.

-HNW by @ng_youthfund

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Advancing Legislative Intelligence and Economic Competitiveness Across Africa

On Thursday, 24 September, the CoSPAL Secretariat hosted a high-level delegation from the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG), led by the Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Tayo Aduloju. The delegation was received by the Secretary-General of CoSPAL, Amb. Dapo Oyewole.

The delegation included senior NESG members including Dr. Nonny Ugboma, Executive Director, Policy & Programmes /Chief Summit Officer, NESG, and Dr. Uche Ogbonna, Executive Director, Ernest Shonekan Centre for Legislative Reforms and Economic Development, NESG, and other staff members.

The discussions focused on strengthening institutional linkages between parliamentary leadership and evidence-based economic policymaking. This included CoSPAL’s strategic collaboration in the forthcoming 32nd Nigerian Economic Summit (#NES32), as well as opportunities to build greater alignment ahead of CoSPAL’s 4th General Assembly, scheduled to take place in Liberia this December.

The meeting reflects a shared commitment to connecting legislative action, private-sector expertise and regional economic priorities to support more responsive policymaking and advance sustainable development across Africa. by @ng_youthfund

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Leadership is often measured by what we accomplish, but its greatest impact is seen in the people we build along the way.

We turned the tables on our Secretary-General, Amb. ‘Dapo Oyewole, to recognise the leader who continually invests in his team, challenges us to grow and inspires us to give our best in advancing CoSPAL’s mandate.

Day in and day out, he is the force behind the scenes, mentoring the team, stretching our capacity and raising the standard for how we deliver on our mandate. He ensures that those around him are equipped, heard and positioned to excel.

We therefore took a moment to pause, reflect and celebrate him.The most powerful line of the day captured it perfectly: “Seeing the man who sees everyone.”

To a visionary leader, mentor and advocate, we say thank you for shaping the people and culture that make the CoSPAL Secretariat what it is today.

#CoSPAL2026 by @ng_youthfund

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24 days ago

CoSPAL and the Parliament of the Republic of Liberia have signed a Host Country Agreement, formally confirming Liberia as host of the 4th CoSPAL General Assembly, scheduled for 9–11 December 2026 in Monrovia.

Held under the theme, “Enhancing Intra-African Trade and Investment Through Legislative Leadership and Parliamentary Cooperation” the Assembly will bring together Speakers and Presidents of African legislatures to advance parliamentary cooperation and examine how the harmonisation of laws and regulatory frameworks can facilitate greater mobility, strengthen trade and investment, and contribute to easier, faster and more profitable intra-African trade.

The signing between the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Richard Nagbe Koon and CoSPAL Secretary-General, Amb. ’Dapo Oyewole, followed a high-level assessment visit by the CoSPAL Secretariat facilitated by the Chair of the Local Organising Committee Hon. Nekher Gaye, with other Honourable Members of the Committee and relevant Liberian authorities.

Monrovia 2026. Africa’s Legislative leaders. One Continental Legislative Agenda to boost trade and investment in Africa.

#CoSPALGA2026 #Liberia2026 #IntraAfricanTrade #LegislativeLeadership
#ParliamentaryDiplomacy by @ng_youthfund

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24 days ago

Strong legislative institutions are built on knowledge, research and the preservation of institutional memory.

As part of the visit of the delegation from the National Assembly of Côte d’Ivoire to Nigeria, CoSPAL Secretary-General, Amb. ‘Dapo Oyewole, led the delegation to the National Assembly Library Trust Fund (NALTF), where they were taken on a guided tour.

The engagement provided the Côte d’Ivoire delegation with an opportunity to explore resources that support legislative research, knowledge management and evidence-based decision-making.

The visit reflects CoSPAL’s commitment to strengthening connections among African legislative leaders and facilitating the exchange of institutional knowledge and parliamentary practices across the continent.

We thank Rt. Hon. Henry Nwawuba, Executive Secretary, National Assembly Library & Resource Centre, and his team for the warm and professional reception extended to the Côte d’Ivoire parliamentarians.

#CoSPAL #ParliamentaryDiplomacy AfricanLegislativeLeadership by @ng_youthfund

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Across Africa, parliamentary cooperation creates space for legislative leaders to exchange perspectives, share experiences and strengthen collective approaches to the challenges facing their countries.

On 7 September 2026, CoSPAL, led by our Secretary-General, Amb. ’Dapo Oyewole, facilitated a courtesy visit by a delegation from the National Assembly of Côte d’Ivoire to the Nigerian House of Representatives. They were warmly received by Hon. Prof. Julius Ihonvbere, Majority Leader, House of Representatives, Nigeria.

The engagement provided an opportunity for the Côte d’Ivoire delegation to gain insights into Nigeria’s legislative approaches to critical national priorities, including the State Police Bill and the Special Seats for Women Bill, with discussions highlighting the role of legislative leadership in strengthening security and advancing gender inclusion, amongst other areas of common interest.

Through parliamentary diplomacy and peer exchange, CoSPAL continues to connect African legislative leaders and create platforms for sharing experiences that can strengthen parliamentary institutions across the continent.

#CoSPAL #ParliamentaryDiplomacy #AfricanLegislativeLeadership by @ng_youthfund

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At the pre-launch of the Gender-Responsive Legislative Agenda for Africa at GS26, the conversation opened with evidence on women’s participation and representation in legislatures across the continent.

Our Executive Director, Policy Innovation Centre (PIC), Dr. Osasuyi Dirisu PhD was joined by Conference of Speakers and Presidents of African Legislatures (CoSPAL) ’ Secretary General Amb. ’'Dapo Oyewole and Hon. Fatoumata Traore DIOP , Vice-President, Assemblée Nationale de Côte d’Ivoire, for a conversation moderated by M. Joy Inyanmu Akut, Special Assistant to the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives on Youth and Women Affairs.

The data presented by Associate Director, Programs at Policy Innovation Centre (PIC), Adekemi Omole set the context for a broader conversation on what it will take to create more inclusive and gender-responsive leadership.

Here’s a camera roll of what the room looked like 📸

#GS26 by @ng_youthfund

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