The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has unveiled a new mobile application, CLHEEAN, aimed at bridging the communication gap between the Federal Government and Nigerians on policies, programmes, and national initiatives.
The Director-General of the NOA, Lanre Issa-Onilu, launched the application on Monday in Abuja, describing it as a major step towards improving citizen engagement and enhancing access to government information.
The CLHEEAN app—an acronym for Crime, Lawlessness, Health, Education, Environment, Abuse, and Nationalism—is an AI-powered platform designed to promote national values, provide real-time updates, and create channels for citizens to give feedback to government institutions.
Issa-Onilu said the platform was built to ensure inclusivity and accessibility, adding that it would enable Nigerians to interact directly with government in a more structured and responsive way.
“The CLHEEAN mobile app is one platform with one mission: to ensure that every Nigerian can access information, engage directly, and most importantly, be heard,” he said.
He explained that the app features civic education content, engagement tools, and an AI-powered voice and chat assistant, with multilingual capabilities initially supporting Yoruba, Hausa, and Igbo, while more Nigerian languages are expected to be added over time.
According to him, the initiative aligns with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope agenda, which emphasizes inclusive governance, transparency, and accountability in public administration.
“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 and feedback,” Issa-Onilu said.
He added that effective governance depends on active communication between the government and citizens, stressing that trust can only be built when people are heard and their concerns addressed.
Issa-Onilu encouraged Nigerians to download and use the app, noting that it provides a platform for participation in governance and civic processes.
“I encourage all of us to seek knowledge and take access very seriously. Let our voices be heard so we can participate and be included in the process of governance,” he said.
While highlighting the app’s capabilities, the NOA boss noted that the platform is designed primarily for digitally connected users, particularly young people and urban populations.
He, however, clarified that the agency uses a multi-channel communication strategy to reach all segments of society, including rural communities.
“We have different platforms for different audiences. The app is for those who can use it, while we continue to reach rural communities through other channels,” he said.
Issa-Onilu revealed that the NOA currently collaborates with over 200 radio stations across the country to disseminate information in local languages, ensuring widespread coverage and accessibility.
“Collectively, these stations reach Nigerians in about 72 local languages, enabling us to cover every part of the country with information,” he added.
He further explained that the agency leverages platforms such as radio and WhatsApp groups to ensure timely and simultaneous dissemination of information across different regions.
The NOA maintained that the CLHEEAN app represents a modern approach to public communication, combining technology and traditional media to foster a more informed and engaged citizenry.
The agency expressed optimism that the initiative would strengthen trust between government and citizens while improving transparency in governance.
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