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Cloneshouse, a renowned international evaluation and research organisation that specialises in designing and implementing high-quality assessments of development activities, has shown an interest in partnering with the Office of the Special Adviser to the President on Youth Initiative to strengthen the various government programmes targeted at empowering young people in Nigeria.
In December 2024, the government launched the Youth Activities Dashboard (YAD), a cutting-edge portal created to provide Nigerians with unparalleled access to information on government-led initiatives to promote citizens engagement and empower communities.
As part of the cooperation strategy, Cloneshouse has suggested several significant improvements to the dashboard, such as incorporating front-line Artificial Intelligence (AI) capabilities and automating reminders and notifications to streamline the data-gathering and submission procedures.
The body also recommended the enhancement of natural language processing (NLP) to rapidly analyse large amounts of data, extract critical insights, and provide comprehensive reports. It will also build the capacity of the special adviser’s office by providing essential skills and expertise in field monitoring, data analysis, and impact assessment, as well as contributing its knowledge to a newly formed steering committee to support this noble initiative.
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Cloneshouse, Oludotun Babayemi, said, “We commend the Office of the Special Adviser for this visionary initiative.”
According to him, with the help of technology and data-driven insights, the YAD can transform youth involvement and guarantee that government programmes successfully meet the needs and aspirations of young Nigerians.
In her reaction to the proposal, Dr. Titilope Gbadamosi, Special Adviser to the President on Youth Initiative, praised the dashboard as a treasured instrument for encouraging citizen participation in government projects.
“Beyond its role as a monitoring tool, the Youth Activities Dashboard serves as a valuable resource for young Nigerians, fostering greater transparency, accountability, and citizen engagement in national development,” she stated.
Cloneshouse work with governments, non-governmental organisations, and international agencies to improve effectiveness and achieve sustainable development goals. This relationship with the Office of the Special Adviser illustrates a common commitment to uplifting Nigerian youth and establishing a brighter future for the nation.
By Etta Michael Bisong, Abuja
