Citizens Agenda Summit 2026 : Setting The Pace – Advancing Citizens-Led Actions Ahead of 2027 & Beyond


We are inviting delegates, youth leaders, civil society organisations, community representatives, policymakers, innovators, media professionals, and changemakers to join the Citizens’ Agenda Summit 2026.
Under the theme “Setting the Pace: Advancing Citizen-Led Actions Ahead of 2027 and Beyond,” the Summit will bring diverse voices together to discuss citizens’ priorities, democratic participation, election integrity, accountability and the future of Nigeria.
Join us as we move from conversation to collective action and work together to shape the Citizens’ Agenda 2027.
About the Summit
The Citizens Agenda Summit 2026 (CA26) is Nigeria’s landmark democratic accountability convening, convened by iLEAD AFRICA.
Through a systematic civic listening methodology, CA26 engages over 10,000 citizens across all 36 States and the FCT, translating grassroots voices into an evidence-based roadmap: the Citizens’ Manifesto 2027.
Location: Abuja, Nigeria In-Person & Virtual
Our Five Thematic Areas
Economic Opportunity
Jobs, entrepreneurship, livelihoods and economic inclusion.
Education & Skills
Quality education, foundational literacy, digital literacy and skills.
Health & Social Protection
Accessible health services, social protection and wellbeing.
Security & Peacebuilding
Human security, conflict prevention and citizen participation in governance.
Infrastructure & Governance
Essential services, local governance and accountability.
Geographic Engagement
All 6 geopolitical zones — 36 States + FCT — united for citizens’ governance.
Our Impact in Numbers
- 36 + FCT
- States Engaged
- 10,000+ Citizens Consulted







