In a renewed effort to close the gap between public policy and grassroots realities, the New Dawn for Women and Community Intervention Initiative (NEWOMCII) has called for stronger collaboration between government institutions and civil society organisations to enhance development delivery across Nigeria.
This formed the basis of a courtesy visit by the organisation’s leadership to the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, in Abuja.
The delegation, led by NEWOMCII Founder and Chairman, Bolaji Raji, alongside National Coordinator Sa’adatu Adamu Bokane and other executives, presented the organisation’s development framework and sought institutional support to expand its outreach.
Speaking during the visit, Bokane explained that NEWOMCII was established to serve as a bridge between government policies and grassroots communities, particularly in rural and underserved areas where access to development programmes remains limited.
She noted that despite ongoing government interventions in sectors such as agriculture, education, healthcare, and social welfare, many communities are unable to fully benefit due to communication barriers and structural challenges.
According to her, the organisation is designed to complement government efforts by ensuring that development initiatives are not only implemented but also properly understood and accessed at the community level.
Bokane highlighted that NEWOMCII operates through a nationwide structure comprising regional coordinators, state executives, and local government focal officers across the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, enabling direct grassroots engagement.
She added that the organisation also deploys technical experts and consultants across its thematic areas to ensure professionalism, proper monitoring, and alignment with development standards.
Agriculture, she said, remains a core focus, alongside support for small businesses, women-led enterprises, skills development, education, healthcare, and community welfare programmes.
Emphasising the need for collaboration, Bokane stated that Nigeria’s growing population and expanding development needs make it impossible for government alone to meet all grassroots demands.
“Government is doing a lot, but the population is growing and the needs are expanding every day. Organisations like ours must complement these efforts to ensure that no community is left behind,” she said.
In her response, Dabiri-Erewa commended the initiative and underscored the importance of credible grassroots organisations in expanding awareness of government programmes and ensuring they reach intended beneficiaries.
The NEWOMCII team also outlined its flagship programmes, including the Women Grow Initiative, Creating the Future Programme, Skills for Life Programme, Care and Dignity Initiative, and the Mobility and Safety Plan.
The organisation further showcased ongoing interventions across communities, including support for women in agriculture, provision of processing equipment, and medical outreach services aimed at improving access to basic healthcare.
Raji said the organisation’s mission is anchored on practical community engagement to ensure that development reaches marginalised populations, adding that its multi-level structure promotes accountability and effective delivery.
He reaffirmed NEWOMCII’s commitment to working with government and development partners to scale up its impact nationwide.
The visit, the delegation noted, is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen institutional partnerships that will enhance programme delivery, improve awareness of development opportunities, and foster stronger connections between Nigerians at home and in the diaspora.
Both parties reaffirmed the need for sustained cooperation between government institutions and civil society organisations in addressing Nigeria’s development challenges, with NEWOMCII pledging continued focus on women empowerment, economic inclusion, healthcare, and community transformation.