The launch is on Thursday, 14 May 2026, at the National Human Rights Commission Auditorium, Abuja, starting at 11:00 a.m.
Thoughts and Mace Advisory will host the official launch of its new primer titled Building on Solid Ground: A Primer on Resilience and Sustainability of CSOs in Africa. The book is authored by its Founding Partner, Udo Jude Ilo and published by Premium Times Books. The launch is on Thursday, 14 May 2026, at the National Human Rights Commission Auditorium, Abuja, starting at 11:00 a.m.
At its core, the primer argues that many organisations do not struggle because their mission is weak, but because their systems are not built to sustain impact over time.
The launch event will combine a formal unveiling with a high-level panel discussion, bringing together leaders from civil society, philanthropy, and the diplomatic community to engage with the realities of institutional sustainability.
The event will feature:
Opening Remarks: Kole Shettima, Director, MacArthur Foundation Nigeria
Keynote Address: Oby Ezekwesili, Founder, #FixPolitics
Book Review: Otive Igbuzor, Founder, Africa Centre for Leadership, Strategy and Development
A panel discussion titled “The Challenges and Opportunities for Building Resilience of CSOs in Africa” will include:
Gill Lever, Deputy High Commissioner, United Kingdom
Kemi Okenyedo, Executive Director, Partners West Africa
Hussaini Abdu, Country Director, CARE Nigeria
Bengt-van Loosdrecht, Ambassador of the Netherlands to Nigeria
The programme will also include an official book unveiling, author remarks, media interviews, and a networking session.
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