Cohort 2: Two Years of Impact
A comprehensive look at how our second cohort of fellows is transforming governance across Nigeria
97
Active Alumni
28
States Reached
45
Policy Initiatives
Cohort 2
Fellowship Class
Two years after completing their fellowship, Cohort 2 alumni have emerged as one of the most impactful cohorts in the LMI network. From elected offices to policy reform, their contributions are reshaping Nigeria’s governance landscape.
By The Numbers
- 97 Fellows from 28 states and the FCT
- 3 Elected Officials now serving in state assemblies
- 45 Active Policy Initiatives across health, education, and governance
- 50,000+ Youth reached through civic engagement programs
- ₦200M+ in development funding influenced or secured
Geographic Reach
Cohort 2 alumni are active in every geopolitical zone:
| Zone | Alumni | Key Initiatives |
|---|---|---|
| North-West | 22 | Digital governance, education reform |
| North-East | 18 | Civic engagement, reconstruction advocacy |
| North-Central | 15 | Health policy, agricultural development |
| South-West | 20 | Legislative reform, tech policy |
| South-East | 12 | Health systems, youth employment |
| South-South | 10 | Environmental policy, resource governance |
Key Achievements
Electoral Success
Three alumni have won legislative elections:
- Hon. Ruth Ki (Plateau State House of Assembly)
- Hon. Fahad Abubakar (Sokoto State House of Assembly)
- Hon. Halima Mohammed (FCT Area Council)
Policy Wins
- Health Reform: Alumni team redesigned CHW training in Enugu State, affecting 500+ facilities
- Education: Digital skills academy graduated 50 women with 78% employment rate
- Civic Engagement: Voter registration drive reached 50,000 young Nigerians
- Legal Aid: Free counsel provided to 500+ women in rural communities
Recognition
Cohort 2 alumni have been recognized by:
- West African Youth Governance Forum
- Nigerian Health Sector Reform Awards
- Northern Nigeria Youth Excellence Awards
- United States Embassy Community Grants Board
Community Formation
The cohort has formed self-sustaining support structures:
- Monthly virtual meetups for peer learning
- WhatsApp groups organized by sector and geography
- Mentorship pairings with Cohort 3 fellows
- Annual reunion (first held December 2024)
Looking Forward
As Cohort 2 enters its third year post-fellowship, the focus is shifting to:
- Scaling successful initiatives to other states
- Building institutional partnerships
- Supporting Cohort 3 and 4 alumni development
- Exploring federal-level policy engagement
“We came in as individuals. We leave as a movement.” — Cohort 2 Alumni Reunion, 2024