The National Assembly invites stakeholders and the general public to the 2025 edition of its annual Open Week from July 8 – 10, 2025. Held in collaboration with the Policy and Legal Advocacy Centre (PLAC) with the support of the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), UK International Development and the National Assembly Library Trust Fund (NALTF); NASS Open Week is a strategic initiative designed to foster an open parliament and promote citizens’ engagement in the legislative and governance processes.
The National Assembly Open Week 2025 is convened under the banner of transparency, inclusion, and accountability, core pillars of democratic governance. At a time when public trust in institutions is both vital and tested, the 10th National Assembly is reasserting its commitment to citizen engagement and participatory democracy through this dynamic, multi-day program. It is a space for open dialogue between legislators, citizens, development partners, civil society, and other stakeholders.
In line with Agenda 6 of the House’s Legislative Agenda, Inclusion and Open Parliament, this Open Week reflects the 10th Assembly’s determination to create a more transparent, participatory, and inclusive legislative institution. Recognizing the voices of women, youth, persons with disabilities (PWDs), internally displaced persons (IDPs), and civil society, the National Assembly is taking deliberate steps to institutionalize public participation, expand civic access to parliamentary work, and amplify underrepresented voices in national policymaking.
A key highlight of this year’s Open Week is the National Summit on Agriculture, Nutrition and Food Security, organized by the House Committee on Nutrition and Food Security. This marks a historic effort to anchor Nigeria’s response to malnutrition and food insecurity within a robust legislative framework. With active participation from federal and state legislators, development agencies, civil society actors, and executive institutions, the Summit aims to generate actionable solutions to one of the country’s most urgent human development challenges. Notably, H.E. Kashim Shettima, Vice President and Chair of the National Council on Nutrition, will be in attendance.
From panel sessions on youth participation and women’s political representation to critical debates on economic reform and the role of traditional institutions, this year’s Open Week embodies a strategic fusion of policy reflection, accountability, and civic education.
