In a bid to push for good governance and encourage civic participation in governance, renowned record label, Chocolate City has partnered with the Open Society Initiative for West Africa (OSIWA).
The development which take place at a round-table discussion at the CCX Lounge Victoria Island was graced by many celebrities as they discuss salient issues affecting the Nigerian society, which includes corruption, embezzlement, human trafficking, areas of failure of the government, stigmatisation of people living with disabilities, increased and perpetual suffering of the masses, gender-based abuse and violence against women amongst others.
Also the role of influencers in pushing for change, social activism, celebrities’ area of interests and linkage with relevant CSOs were also not left out of the discussion as music was considered a tool for electoral reform and drive for ensuring and enhancing good governance.
Nikki Laoye, Falz the Bahd Guy, Segun ‘Segalink’ Awosanya, Ushbebe, Waje Iruobe, Williams Uchemba, Ruggedman, Kelechi Amadi-Obi and, Kate Henshaw had the floor at different points to air their opinion on these critical issues.
The convener, superstar rapper, MI Abaga, including, Do2dtun, Seun Kuti, Ibrahim Suleiman, Joey Akan, VJ Adams, Akah Nani, Temi Solomon, Bez, Johnny Drille, Nosa, Folu Storms, Gbenga Adeyinka, Tee-A, Illbliss, Ruby Gyang, Ikhane Akhigbe, Ferdinand Ademife, DJ Lambo, Blaqbonez, Jefferey (BBNaija) and Candy Bleakz, among other celebrities made the event memorable.
However, guests at the event and Nigerians at large were tasked with taking immediate actions to ensure that the next generation of Nigerian leaders is trustworthy, accountable and competent. They were also encouraged to use their voices in their various capacities to speak against the ills of the society and the negligence of the government which will in no distant future, spur the relevant quarters of government parastatals into action and will positively affect the wellbeing of every Nigerian.
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