Staff

Folahan Johnson

Executive Director
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Profile Overview

Professional Summary

Folahan Johnson is the Executive Director of the Centre for Inclusive Social Development, providing strategic leadership and institutional oversight across all of CISD's programmes and engagements.

Under his leadership, CISD has grown into a respected voice on governance reform, fiscal accountability, and inclusive development policy in Nigeria and across West Africa.

He brings extensive experience in public policy, institutional development, and civil society leadership, guiding CISD's mission to translate evidence into impactful policy change.

Primary Focus Areas
  • Institutional Leadership
  • Policy Advocacy
  • Strategic Partnerships

Department

Setting the strategic direction and institutional vision for CISD's work across Africa.

Expertise Framework

Governance & Policy

Providing thought leadership on governance reform, accountability, and inclusive public policy design.

Strategic Partnerships

Building and sustaining relationships with international development partners, donors, and government institutions.

Organisational Development

Driving institutional growth and ensuring CISD remains mission-focused and financially sustainable.

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