Four-storey gallery in Lekki housing thousands of indigenous Nigerian artworks — paintings, sculptures, and textiles — founded by Chief Nike Davies-Okundaye.
Learn moreEngaging Communities in Program Design and Implementation Training Course
Africa's commercial powerhouse where fintech innovation meets vibrant cultural energy
Upcoming In-Person Schedules in Lagos
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| Code | Start Date | End Date | Duration | Fee | |
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| CEP-02 | Mon - Fri (5 Days) | USD 2,500 | Reserve my seat → Register my team → | ||
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Here's What You'll Learn
Each module tackles real challenges you face in your role
Foundations of Community-Led Program Design
Stakeholder Analysis and Power Dynamics
Participatory Needs and Asset Assessment
Co-Designing the Program Strategy
Inclusive Implementation and Resource Mobilization
Digital Engagement and AI in Community Design
Accountability and Feedback Mechanisms
Participatory Monitoring and Evaluation
Conflict Resolution and Stakeholder Negotiation
Sustaining Impact and Strategic Integration
Market-specific guidance for Ireland
A country-aware view of the pressures, proof points, and practical tools that shape how this course applies locally.
Tools and platforms relevant to this field
5Field-relevant examples that may be featured in training where they support the confirmed scope. Exact coverage depends on participant needs and delivery format.
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KoboToolbox Kobo Inc.Used by NGOs and development agencies in Nigeria to collect community feedback and survey data offline in low-connectivity areas for participatory needs assessments and monitoring.
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Ushahidi Ushahidi Inc.Supports crowdsourced mapping and incident reporting, enabling communities in Nigeria to submit reports via mobile or web that can inform program design and local decision-making.
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NVivo LumiveroApplied by researchers and social impact teams in Nigeria to analyse qualitative interview and focus group data, helping to surface community perspectives and themes for program design.
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Power BI Microsoft CorporationUsed by government agencies and NGOs in Nigeria to build dashboards that visualise community indicators and feedback data for participatory monitoring and stakeholder reporting.
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SurveyCTO Dobility, Inc.Used by field teams in Nigeria for secure, mobile data collection when conducting household surveys and community consultations that feed into program design and evaluation.
Training visit intelligence for Lagos
Practical notes for confirmed delegates: arrival, venue expectations, after-class options, and on-the-ground considerations.
Optional after-class stops
8A 78-hectare nature reserve on the Lekki Peninsula featuring Africa's longest canopy walkway at 401 metres, with wetlands, forests, and free-roaming monkeys.
Learn moreA memorial and leisure park on Broad Street, Lagos Island, transformed from a colonial-era prison into a cultural hub hosting concerts, art exhibitions, and festivals.
Located in Onikan, Lagos Island, this museum houses archaeological and ethnographic exhibits including Nok terracotta and Benin Bronzes.
Iconic cultural landmark in Iganmu, originally built for FESTAC '77, hosting theatre, music, dance performances, and national celebrations.
Cultural landmark in Agidingbi, Ikeja, founded by Femi Kuti in honour of his father Fela Kuti, offering live Afrobeat performances.
The former home of Afrobeat legend Fela Kuti, now a museum preserving his bedroom, personal effects, and artwork celebrating his life and legacy.
Accessible beachfront on Victoria Island within the Landmark Village complex, offering swimming, dining, and evening entertainment along the Atlantic coast.
Local demand signals 5
Sector-level context showing where this capability is relevant in Lagos.
Fintech & Payments
Lagos is Africa's fintech capital. Delegates in technology, risk, or financial services training will find direct relevance in the city's dense payments ecosystem.
Technology & Startups
The Yaba district — nicknamed 'Yabacon Valley' — anchors a startup ecosystem of over 2,000 tech companies, making Lagos a living case study in digital innovation.
Banking & Financial Services
Lagos is Nigeria's financial centre, home to the Nigerian Stock Exchange and headquarters of the country's largest commercial banks.
Oil & Gas
Many international oil and gas companies maintain their Nigerian operational headquarters in Lagos, making it relevant for energy-sector delegates.
Creative Industries & Nollywood
Lagos drives Nollywood — one of the world's largest film industries — alongside a thriving music, fashion, and arts scene relevant to media and IP training.
Training venue
Lagos offers international-standard hotels and conference facilities on Victoria Island, Ikoyi, and Ikeja, with properties equipped for corporate training, AV setups, and business-class accommodation. Delegates should expect variable power supply mitigated by generator backup at quality venues.
Getting there
No direct flights from Ireland to Lagos were confirmed in the search results; the typical routing is connecting, with Dublin to Lagos usually taking about 10h 55m on average. Google Flights and KLM show Dublin (DUB)–Lagos (LOS) itineraries, with KLM operating the route via its network rather than a nonstop service.
Visa
Ireland passport holders need a Nigeria visa for this trip; the visa is typically a short-stay entry visa for business/professional visits, and the stay should cover only the approved visit period (for a 5-day training course, that would normally be 5 days).
Safety
Use reputable ride-hailing apps rather than unmarked taxis, avoid displaying valuables openly, and stick to well-lit, populated areas after dark. Keep digital copies of travel documents and confirm current safety advice with your hotel or local host upon arrival.
Internet
Reliability: average
Weather year-round
- Apr 32/24°C Transition into rainy season; increasing humidity and occasional showers.
- Jan 33/24°C Dry season; hot and humid with minimal rainfall and around 5.5 hours of daily sunshine.
- Jul 28/22°C Peak of the cooler wet season; frequent rain, overcast skies, and only about 3.3 hours of daily sunshine.
- Oct 31/23°C Late rainy season tapering off; warm with decreasing rainfall toward the dry season.
Where this course runs
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