Nigeria, Feb. 26 -- The ALGAF is an 8-month programme which JDPC is implementing, supported by the Nigeria Civil Society Situation Room, NCSSR, funded by the UK, targeted for the grassroots

Under the initiative, 15 persons were selected as fellows from each senatorial zone, cutting across persons with disabilities, the aged, children's parliament, and the students.

They have undergone training across various subject areas, including budget processes, communication skills, the local government system, and engagement.

Speaking during the ALGAF Monthly leadership and governance workshop, MLGW, held on Wednesday, the Director of the JDPC Nnewi zone, Reverend Father Benedict Okolo, explained that, with the training given to the fellows, th...