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Empowering Change: dRPC and Ford Foundation Award ₦85 Million to 17 Women-Led NGOs in Nigeria

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In a significant move aimed at strengthening grassroots development and women’s leadership, the Development Research and Projects Centre (dRPC), with support from the Ford Foundation, has awarded a generous ₦85 million grant to 17 women-led non-governmental organisations (NGOs) across Nigeria. This landmark gesture comes at a crucial time, especially as many NGOs are grappling with the impact of drastic funding cuts from global donors like USAID. Each of the selected NGOs received ₦5 million under the NGO Support Initiative (NSI), a programme designed to boost the operational capacity of local organisations working in sectors like health, education, agriculture, and women empowerment. The grants will help these organisations implement short-term but high-impact projects over a three-month period. Speaking during the cheque presentation ceremony in Abuja, Dr. Judith-Ann Walker, Executive Director of dRPC, described the funding as a “lifeline” for women-led NGOs struggling to stay afl...
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"Nigerian government announces that the e-visa system will launch on May 1."

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The federal government of Nigeria has announced that a new electronic visa (e-Visa) system will be launched on May 1st, 2025.

During a meeting in Federal Capital Territory, Abuja focused on immigration protocols, Tunji Ojo, the Minister of Interior, and Festus Keyamo, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, shared the details of this development.

An e-Visa is a digital visa that allows travelers to apply for travel authorization online, eliminating the need for an embassy or consulate visit. This system aims to simplify the visa application process, enhancing convenience and efficiency.

Travelers can complete an online application form, upload necessary documents (such as a passport), pay the visa fee, and receive the e-Visa via email to present upon arrival in their destination country.

E-visas, which are widely adopted by various countries, are typically issued for tourism, business, or transit purposes. They aim to streamline travel by minimizing paperwork and reducing waiting times.

Tunji Ojo further revealed that there is already a centralized visa approval center at immigration headquarters. Officers have been trained and equipped, and they are now integrated with major international criminal record systems, including Interpol, to ensure thorough background checks on individuals entering Nigeria.

According to him, “We are also looking at removing bottlenecks and making sure people can get visas to Nigeria without lobbying anyone to come into Nigeria.”

He elaborated on their intention to open the borders while prioritizing national security, creating opportunities for individuals to come and appreciate the beauty of Nigeria. 

The Minister emphasized their collaborative approach, stating that they are united in protecting a singular priority: the interests of Nigeria. He noted that the NCAA and the NIS have agreed to establish a mini-team dedicated to developing the implementation framework, regulations, and protocols.

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