Former Speaker of the House of Representatives Yakubu Dogara calls for a closer partnership between the National Assembly and civil society organisations (CSOs) to strengthen legislative oversight. Speaking during the National Assembly Open Week in Abuja, Dogara says oversight is necessary to ensure that government decisions translate into tangible benefits for Nigerians. He argues that CSOs should be treated as strategic partners rather than being seen only as critics of government. According to his remarks, CSOs can contribute value through technical expertise, community-level information, and field evidence that can inform legislators’ monitoring and evaluation of policies and programmes. The call focuses on improving accountability by helping lawmakers better access relevant information and broaden the evidence base for oversight activities. Dogara’s position is presented as an effort to deepen collaboration between lawmakers and external stakeholders, with the aim of making oversight processes more effective.