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My attention has been drawn to a puzzling absence on the Open Contracting Partnership Data Registry – the absence of Kaduna’s OCDS dataset. Earlier this year, this same issue was informally discussed on a WhatsApp group dedicated to open contracting matters in the State. I eagerly sought answers, and to my delight, received a response that indicated the matter would be examined. While being enlisted on the OCDS data registry is not the sole measure of successful OCDS implementation, I believe it holds a special significance, especially for Kaduna, one of the pioneering states to embrace this reform. Let's take a look at the implications of the missing dataset , what steps could be taken and how we would rectify this situation. Kaduna State earned its place in the forefront of open contracting when it decided to adopt the Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS). This standard is designed to enhance transparency, promote accountability, and reduce corruption in public procu

Transparency and accountability in public infrastructure projects are crucial for fostering trust and ensuring the efficient use of public funds. To address these concerns, some nationals and sub-nationals have joined initiatives like the COST programme. COST aims to enhance transparency, promote accountability, and foster collaboration between government and the citizens they serve. But what happens after an entity joins the COST initiative, what should we expect?  THERE’S A NEED TO DEFINE CLEAR OBJECTIVES OR SHARE THE ALREADY DEVELOPED ONES WITH CITIZENS.   Before joining or at least once a member of COST, it's essential to define clear objectives. What specific outcomes do they hope to achieve through this initiative? Whether it's reducing corruption in infrastructure projects, improving project delivery timelines, or enhancing the quality of public assets, having defined goals is crucial for the success of this journey. ENHANCE DATA COLLECTION AND REPORTING One of the core

  Here you can find data and documents relating to Kaduna State for your use.  Education Projects tracked in 2022 -  https://bit.ly/kdedupr Education Scorecards - 

Education is the bedrock for advancement and development in every ideal society. Every child ,  irrespective of gender ,  is entitled to  an  education as a human right. This is because the gains of education  are   limitless . However, in recent times as in time in memorial ,  girl child enrollment and completion of basic education has been at an  all-time  low. A  recent UNICEF remote readiness survey reports that solid evidence points to a relationship between a mother's education and schooling outcomes. With  findings like this,  it is evident that educating the girl child is  vital  to  societal advancement .  Several factors and barriers contribute  to keeping girls out of school and even  allowing  them  to  complete their education. In the rest of the article ,  we shall be examining a few  obstacles  identified by the Partnership to Engage  R eform and Learn project in Kaduna (PERL).  Here are some of the identified barriers to girl education Security  The persistent secur