By Abubakar Yunusa
The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has unveiled a new mobile application, CHLEEAN, aimed at deepening citizen engagement and bringing government closer to the people.
The application — an acronym for Crimes, Lawlessness, Health, Education, Environment, Abuse and Nationalism — is designed to provide Nigerians with access to information, real-time interaction, and feedback channels.
Speaking at the launch in Abuja on Monday, the Director-General of NOA, Lanre Issa-Onilu, said the platform represents a shift towards digital governance.
“We are proud to introduce a new digital approach to citizen engagement,” he said.
“The CHLEEAN Mobile App is one platform with one mission: to ensure that every Nigerian can access information, engage directly, and, most importantly, be heard.”
Issa-Onilu added that the app places civic education and engagement tools directly in the hands of citizens.
“The CHLEEAN Mobile App brings government closer to the people than ever before. It puts civic education, real-time information, and engagement tools directly into citizens’ hands,” he said.
He disclosed that the application is powered by artificial intelligence and supports multiple Nigerian languages, including Yoruba, Hausa and Igbo.
“For now, these are the available languages, but we will continue to add more Nigerian languages over time. Simply put, government is now in our pockets,” he added.
The NOA boss described the initiative as a new governance model focused on inclusion and responsiveness.
“This is more than technology; it is a new way of governance — a way that ensures citizens are not just informed, but truly informed; not just heard, but empowered,” he said.
According to him, the app aligns with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, which emphasises transparency, accountability and inclusive governance.
“It also reflects our broader commitment to building a government that is closer, more responsive, and more transparent,” he said.
Issa-Onilu noted that the initiative is centred on amplifying citizens’ voices and strengthening trust between the government and the public.
“Beyond the technology, this initiative is about the Nigerian people. It is about giving citizens a voice and ensuring that decisions are shaped by real experiences, real needs, and real feedback,” he said.
“With this initiative, we are laying the foundation for a more informed citizenry, a more responsive government, and a more united nation.”
He urged Nigerians to download the application, which is available on Android and iOS platforms.
“Engage, participate, and speak up — the app provides the tools to do all of this. Because nation-building is not just a spectator activity; it is a shared responsibility,” he said.
Describing the launch as a movement rather than a mere product rollout, Issa-Onilu said the platform would foster unity and civic participation.
“This is more than a launch. It is a commitment, a bridge, a movement — a movement towards a Nigeria where every voice counts,” he said.
He added that the application features multiple modules designed to address key national issues, noting that more functionalities would be unveiled as citizens explore the platform.
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