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FROM VOTERS TO NATION BUILDERS - 2026
Some of our Past Speakers and Special Guests
Over the years, our signature October event has served as a premier platform for meaningful dialogue, hosting many of Nigeria’s most distinguished and influential leaders across human rights advocacy, academia, faith-based and civic institutions, and public policy. We have been privileged to feature an exceptional lineup of past speakers and resource persons, including:
Prof. Jerry Gana, distinguished academic and statesman
Ayo Obe, renowned human rights activist and lawyer
Dr. Cosmas Ilechukwu, respected cleric and thought leader
Daniel McCain
Prof. Isawa Elaigwu, eminent political scientist and scholar
Dr. Esther Audu, former AMAC Local Government Chair
Barr. Mike Ozekhome, SAN – constitutional lawyer and human rights advocate
Dr. Abiola Akiyode Afolab, Executive Director of the Women Advocates Research and Documentation Centre (WARDC)
Dr. Kolawole Banwo, policy advocate and governance expert
Dr. Sam Amadi, legal scholar and governance expert
Dr. Ene Obi, activist and leader in women’s rights movements
Dr Nkoyo Toyo – Diplomat and Advocate for Social Justice
Dr. Femi Adesina, Special Adviser, Media and Publicity to the former president of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari
Chris Delvan Gwamna
Lois Auta, prominent advocate for Persons with Disabilitie
John Onyeukwu, civic leader and public affairs analyst
Prof. Mabel Evwierhoma FCAARS, fsonta, JP UniAbuja
Prof Mohammed Al-Amin, Former MD - FHA, Secretary to the Govt - Represented
Late Dr. Hauwa Evelyn Shekarau, President of the International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA)
Dr. Otive Igbuzor
Dr Sylvester Onoja (former Commissioner)
Senator Solomon Ewuga - Rep Senate president
Past Events
The Change We Need Initiative 2025 is set to ignite a wave of transformation across Nigeria and beyond, bringing together young leaders, policy influencers, and patriotic citizens in a series of powerful engagements. From the Abuja Students Debate Competition promoting intellectual excellence, to the Dialogue Forum tackling governance reforms like Local Government Autonomy, every session is designed to inspire active citizenship.
This year’s event also features a solemn yet unifying Prayer for Nigeria and Her Leaders, calling on faith and responsibility to guide our nation’s path forward. Participants will connect with influential speakers, visionary mentors, and decision-makers who are passionate about good governance and nation building.
It’s more than an event — it’s a movement for accountability, leadership, and hope. Whether you’re a student, activist, policymaker or concerned citizen, your voice matters here. Join us as we shape a better Nigeria through dialogue, conviction, and collective action. The future is calling — will you answer?
Meet of Panelists, Speakers, Discusssants
I especially welcome you to the Change We Need Nigeria Initiative (TCWNNI). The platform is an independent social service and development initiative of the Charismatic Renewal Ministries.
Dr. Cosmas Ilechukwu
Convener & Trustee, TCWNNI
We believe that attitudinal change and the right leadership can transform any nation for the positive.
Arc. Gab Baba
National Coordinator
Through this platform, we have been to bring the needed change one project at a time.
Over the course of 10 years, we have achieved and made impact through
"The Change We Need Nigeria Initiative"- is buttressing her commitment to supporting positive change in Nigeria. This documentary explores the journey of women empowerment across different spheres of life, shedding light on the challenges, triumphs, and ongoing struggles of women in Nigeria.
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