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No 10 S.B. Abubakar Avenue, NAF Valley Estate, Behind Mogadishu Cantonment, Asokoro, FCT, Abuja, Nigeria.
Aresa Close, Gbodofon Area, Behind Union Bank, Aregbe, Osogbo. Osun State.
No 10 S.B. Abubakar Avenue, NAF Valley Estate, Behind Mogadishu Cantonment, Asokoro, FCT, Abuja, Nigeria.
Aresa Close, Gbodofon Area, Behind Union Bank, Aregbe, Osogbo. Osun State.
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State of Democratic Performance in Nigeria - 2025
The State of Democratic Performance in Nigeria 2025, developed by Kimpact Development Initiative (KDI), presents a structured assessment of how democracy functions across Nigeria’s 36 states. The study evaluates democratic performance in practice, focusing on how institutions operate, how citizens engage, and how rights and freedoms are experienced within each state between 2024 and 2025.
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KDI believes elections constitute the body, soul, and spirit of democracy. However, how credible and peaceful an election is; determines its democratic measurement.
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KDI conducts her research from the citizens’ perspective and focuses on what people can do collectively to address problems affecting their lives, communities, and nation.
Civil Society Dialogue on Judicial Communication
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FACES OF
KIMPACT
DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE
THE BOARD
DR. A. AKIYODE
PROF. OLU OGUNSAKIN
PROF. REMI SONAIYA
ENE EDE
FEMI ADEFILA
KEHINDE ADENIYI
THE MANAGEMENT
Executive Director
Bukola Idowu, founding ED of Kimpact Development Initiative (KDI), is a leader in public policy and development. He has transformed KDI into a top Nigerian youth-led non-profit, spearheading advocacy for youth development and electoral reforms, including the passage of a youth development bill in Osun State.
BUKOLA IDOWU
Executive Director
Head of Research
Oluwafemi John Adebayo is a Democracy Data Analyst and Electoral Security Expert, leading research at Kimpact Development Initiative. He has worked on major democracy projects in Nigeria and globally, advocates for youth and women inclusion, and is a YALI alumnus, published author, and recipient of prestigious fellowships.
OLUWAFEMI ADEBAYO
Head of Research
Head of Finance
Oluwakemi Akinyemi is the head of Finance Department at Kimpact.
OLUWAKEMI AKINYEMI
Head of Finance
Head of Programs, Citizen Participation
Abiodun Banjoko is a dedicated program manager at KDI, Abuja, where he leads citizen engagement and participation programs to improve the election process. With expertise in project management, data analysis, and communication, he drives impactful initiatives promoting democracy and development. His work reflects a passion for fostering meaningful change in the non-profit sector.
ABIODUN BANJOKO
Head of Programs, Citizen Participation
Head of IT & Media
He is a Digital Polymath with a passion for music production, software development, web development, video editing, graphics design, and motion graphics. His interests lie at the intersections of technology, art, and communication, driving him to explore innovative ways to merge these creative fields. He currently heads the IT Department of Kimpact Development Initiative.
VICTOR ADEWUMI
Head of IT & Media
Program Advisor
Olu'Seun Esan is a passionate youth activist and development worker with extensive grassroots experience across Nigeria. He champions dedication, hard work, and honesty, believing in Nigeria and Africa's potential for trans-generational leaders and global change. He aims to work at higher levels to advance peace, justice, and equity worldwide.
OLUSEUN ESAN
Program Advisor
Head of Programs, Elections
Head of Programs, Elections
UMAR DAN’ASABE MUHAMMED
Head of Programs, Elections
Head of Human Resources
Head of Human Resources.
SEUN TAIWO
Head of Human Resources
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No 10 S.B. Abubakar Avenue, NAF Valley Estate, Behind Mogadishu Cantonment, Asokoro, FCT, Abuja, Nigeria.
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