Logos Circle Katsina – July 2026.
Date: 31stJuly 2026
Location: Katsina State, Nigeria.
Registered on Luna: 20 participants (second circle meetup)
Languages: English, Hausa and Fulani
Steward: Dr JABANI ELISHA
Participants
Logos Circle Katsina sustained its strong momentum during its second gathering, convening a multidisciplinary network of professional and grassroots leaders. The meeting reflected exceptional engagement, achieving a 95% retention rate from the inaugural meetup while continuing to expand through new member participation.
Attendee Profile
This multidisciplinary cohort brought a rich array of perspectives, field experience, and technical expertise to the table. The diverse representation sparked cross-sector dialogue and ensured a comprehensive approach to community challenges.
Attendees Backgrounds
· Medical Doctors
· Nurses & Midwives
· Public Health Practitioners
· Teachers & Educators
· Youth & Community Advocate
• Blockchain and Web3 Enthusiasts
Areas of Interest
During the second Logos Circle Katsina meetup, participants expressed interest in contributing to community development through collaborative, technology-driven, and sustainable solutions. The key areas of interest identified include:
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Healthcare and Public Health
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Quality Education and Capacity Building
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Community Development
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Youth Empowerment and Skills Development
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Women and Girls’ Empowerment
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Blockchain and Web3 Education
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Digital Innovation and Technology
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Environmental Sustainability and Sanitation
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Entrepreneurship and Economic Empowerment
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Partnership and Community Collaboration
Topics Discussed
Introduction Session
An introduction session was held to foster familiarity and strengthen relationships among participants. Members took turns introducing themselves, with special recognition given to the new members who attended the meetup for the first time.
Following the introductions, a brief discussion was held on Logos, focusing on its mission, objectives, and vision. The session provided new members with a better understanding of the purpose of Logos Circle, its commitment to community-driven impact, and the role members play in identifying and implementing winnable projects that address local challenges.
Winnable Issue Update
Telemedicine Strategic Partnership
In line with our commitment to expanding healthcare accessibility, Logos Circle Katsina has successfully entered into a strategic partnership with Wellcare Telemedics, an innovative digital health platform. Under a newly signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), this three-month collaborative agreement establishes a framework for delivering quality, remote medical consultations to underserved communities, and people in need of medical counsel concerning a disease condition. With hope to extend the partnership as both bodies continue to build on this initial success.
Key Achievements to Date:
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Formalized MOU: Secured a structured 3-month partnership with Wellcare Telemedics, with strong prospects for long-term renewal based on shared objectives.
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Direct Healthcare Impact: Provided free, high-quality online medical consultations to over 40 individuals, bridging the gap between clinical expertise and remote settings.
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Scalable Telehealth Model: Demonstrated a viable digital health delivery mechanism that significantly lowers barriers to essential healthcare access across Katsina State.
Below is the link to the sign document, pictures and videos of this month meeting:
Brief Summary of the Previous Circle Meetup
A brief recap of the previous Logos Circle meetup and the online meeting held on 26th July 2026 was presented. During the review, members revisited the community challenges previously identified, including water scarcity, environmental sanitation, and drug abuse.
Following further deliberations, the Circle agreed to prioritize three winnable community issues for immediate implementation:
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Women Empowerment and Mentorship Programmed
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Child Education, with emphasis on the Girl Child and community summer lessons
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Community Healthcare and Environmental Sanitation
The proposed solar-powered borehole project to address water scarcity was acknowledged as a strategic long-term initiative. Consequently, members agreed to focus first on the three priority projects that are achievable within a shorter timeframe while continuing to explore partnerships and funding opportunities for the borehole project.
To ensure effective implementation, members were divided into three project teams, each responsible for developing a proposal, implementation strategy, and timeline for their assigned project.
The following team leads were appointed:
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Women Empowerment and Mentorship Programme: Community Advocate Saratu
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Child Education and Summer Lessons: Sakina Ado (Educationist)
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Community Healthcare and Environmental Sanitation: Paul Hong(Laboratory Scientist)
Each team held separate discussions during the meetup to develop actionable plans, define key activities, and establish realistic timelines for executing their respective winnable projects.
LOGOS CIRCLE KATSINA
Comprehensive Community Project Proposals & Presentation Summary
Following the interactive opening session of the second Logos Circle Katsina meeting, participant tracks presented four winnable, high-impact community project proposals. Below is the detailed breakdown of each team’s proposal.
1. Women’s Economic Empowerment Track
Project Title: Revolving Soft Loan & Entrepreneurship Initiative
1. Executive Summary
This initiative establishes a sustainable revolving soft-loan scheme paired with business mentorship to empower low-income women in Katsina State. An initial fund will provide ₦50,000 each to 10 female entrepreneurs to start or scale micro-businesses. As loans are repaid over a 3–5-month period, the capital will be continuously recycled to support new cohorts of beneficiaries.
2. Core Objectives
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Accessible Financing: Provide zero-interest, low-barrier capital to 10 low-income women.
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Capacity Building: Conduct mandatory financial literacy and business management workshops.
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Mentorship & Growth: Pair beneficiaries with mentors to help scale their enterprises.
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Sustainability: Recycle 100% of repaid funds to create a self-sustaining community fund.
3. Beneficiary Selection Criteria
Applicants must:
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Possess an existing micro-business or a practical, marketable skill.
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Demonstrate strong personal commitment to business growth.
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Reside within the target intervention communities in Katsina State.
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Come from low-income or vulnerable households.
4. Execution Roadmap
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Community Sensitization & Screening: Identify and interview eligible applicants.
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Business Assessment & Orientation: Evaluate business viability and conduct pre-disbursement training.
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Agreement & Guarantor Signing: Secure simple loan agreements backed by respected community or religious leaders.
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Disbursement & Mentorship: Disburse funds and assign mentors for monthly tracking.
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Repayment & Revolving Disbursement: Collect scheduled repayments (months 3–5) and re-disburse to Cohort 2.
5. Budget Breakdown
Category Description Amount (₦)
Revolving Seed Fund ₦50,000 soft loan × 10 beneficiaries ₦500,000
Orientation & Training Workshop setup, materials, and financial literacy training ₦100,000
Monitoring & Mentorship Monthly field tracking, business audits, and logistics ₦100,000
Administration & Legal Documentation, agreements, and application processing ₦25,000
Contingency Fund Emergency reserve for unexpected operational costs ₦25,000
TOTAL REQUESTED Comprehensive Fund ₦750,000 ~ usd $ 535
2. Education & Youth Empowerment Track
Project Title: Back-to-School Sponsorship & Summer Academic Support Initiative
1. Executive Summary
Poverty and orphanhood force numerous vulnerable children—especially young girls—out of school across Katsina. This multi-pronged educational initiative combines direct 3-term school sponsorships for 10 vulnerable students (5 boys and 5 girls), co-funding school partnerships, a 4-week holiday academic boot camp in English and Mathematics, and basic hygiene literacy.
2. Core Objectives
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Direct Educational Sponsorship: Fund complete tuition, registration, uniforms, and learning materials for 10 vulnerable children.
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Summer Academic Support: Host a intensive 4-week holiday boot camp focused on foundational English and Mathematics.
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Institutional Advocacy: Partner with local private and community schools to secure co-sponsored slots and fee waivers.
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Health & Hygiene Literacy: Conduct practical handwashing workshops and distribute basic hygiene packages.
3. Direct Sponsorship Budget Breakdown (10 Students)
A. Itemized Cost Table
S/N Item Description Unit Cost (₦) Quantity Total Cost (₦)
1 Registration Fee (Includes full textbook set) ₦25,000 10 Students ₦250,000
2 School Uniforms (Boys - 2 sets each) ₦13,800 5 Boys ₦69,000
3 School Uniforms (Girls - 2 sets each) ₦11,000 5 Girls ₦55,000
4 Footwear (1 Pair of durable sandals each) ₦4,000 10 Students ₦40,000
5 Socks (2 Pairs each) ₦1,000 10 Students ₦10,000
6 Complete Stationery Set (Pencils, pens, erasers, colors) ₦2,000 10 Students ₦20,000
TOTAL Full Sponsorship for 10 Students — — ₦444,000 ~ usd $318
B. Cost Breakdown Per Student
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Male Student (5 Beneficiaries): ₦45,800 per student
Subtotal: ₦229,000 -
Female Student (5 Beneficiaries): ₦43,000 per student
Subtotal: ₦215,00
· 4. Expanded Track Budget Overview
Program Component Key Deliverables Estimated Cost (₦)
Direct School Sponsorship Fees, uniforms, shoes, stationery for 10 students ₦444,000
School Partnership Advocacy Logistics, MOUs, and advocacy meetings for fee waivers ₦60,000
Holiday Summer Boot Camp 4-week intensive tutoring (Maths & English), venue & materials ₦100,000
Hygiene Kits & Operations Soaps, towels, sanitizers, and outreach logistics ₦100,000
TOTAL REQUESTED Full Track Implementation ₦704,000 ~ usd $503
3. Public Health & Clinical Outreach Track
Project Title: Remote Village Primary Healthcare & Consultation Drive
1. Executive Summary
Access to basic healthcare services remains severely limited in hard-to-reach rural communities across Katsina State. The Health Track proposes a targeted 1-day free medical outreach to a remote village, aiming to provide primary medical consultations, health screenings, basic lab tests, and essential medications to over 300 vulnerable community members.
2. Core Objectives
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Direct Clinical Care: Conduct general medical consultations and triage for 300+ rural residents.
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Preventive Screening: Perform basic diagnostic screenings (blood pressure, random blood glucose, malaria RDTs).
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Essential Drug Distribution: Provide free prescribed medications for common ailments (malaria, upper respiratory infections, hypertension, worm infestations).
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Health Education: Deliver community talks on personal hygiene, nutrition, and maternal health.
3. Outreach Budget Breakdown
Category Item Description Estimated Cost (₦)
Pharmaceuticals & Supplies Basic essential drugs, pediatric suspensions, vitamins ₦300,000
Diagnostics & Consumables Malaria RDT kits, glucometer strips, gloves, cotton, alcohol ₦120,000
Logistics & Transportation Vehicle hire and fuel for volunteer clinical team & gear ₦100,000
Welfare & Setup Volunteer stipends, hall/canopy rental, drinking water ₦150,000
Community Mobilization Town crier, local notices, and leadership coordination ₦30,000
TOTAL REQUESTED Complete Medical Outreach Budget ₦700,000 ~ usd $500
Civic Infrastructure & Environmental Sanitation Track
Project Title: “Clean Flow Daura” – Community Drainage De-Silting & Sanitation Campaign
1. Executive Summary
Heavy harmattan dust and unmanaged solid waste have severely clogged central drainage channels in Daura, creating standing water, flooding risks, and vector breeding sites. This civic initiative mobilizes 100 local youth volunteers to de-silt 1.5 km of critical drainage, evacuate accumulated refuse, install permanent waste drums, and form a localized oversight committee.
2. Core Objectives
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Infrastructure Restoration: Clear blocked gutters along a 1.5 km stretch to restore proper drainage.
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Refuse Evacuation: Safely collect and transport 10+ truckloads of waste to official municipal landfills.
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Waste Management: Install 10 heavy-duty metal street trash drums at high-density dumping zones.
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Local Governance: Establish a 5-member volunteer Community Sanitation Committee for long-term maintenance
3. Implementation Phases
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Phase 1: Mobilization (Days 1–5): Site mapping, engagement with local leaders (Mai Unguwa), procurement of tools and PPE.
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Phase 2: Execution Drive (Days 6–8): 3-day cleanup drive engaging 100 youth volunteers (early morning shifts: 6:30–10:30 AM).
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Phase 3: Sustainability (Days 9–14): Placement of waste drums, committee orientation, and waste disposal coordination.
4. Budget Breakdown
Category Description Amount ($ / NGN)
Tools & Safety (PPE) Shovels, rakes, head pans, rubber boots, heavy-duty gloves, face masks 125,000
Haulage & Logistics Tipper truck hire, fuel, loading fees, and landfill dumping costs 160,000
Volunteer Welfare Daily transport and food stipends for 100 youth volunteers (3 days) 170,000
Public Awareness & Sensitization Production of banners, posters, flyers, public address system (PA system), and community awareness materials. 45,000
Waste Bins & Signage 10 metal drum waste bins, installation, and localized hygiene posters 50,000
TOTAL REQUESTED Full Project Execution Budget ₦550,000 ~ usd $393
Master Budget & Summary Table
Track / Initiative Key Target / Reach Estimated Cost (₦)
1. Women's Revolving Soft Loans 10 Female Entrepreneurs (Revolving Seed Fund) $ 535
2. Education & Boot Camp 10 Sponsorships + 4-Week Summer Boot Camp $503
3. Rural Medical Outreach 300 Rural Community Members $500
4. Clean Flow Sanitation (Daura) 1.5 km Drainage Clearance & 100 Youth Mobilized $393
GRAND TOTAL Combined Proposal Portfolio USD $1,931
Detailed Monthly Execution Schedule
Weeks Initiative Activity Breakdown Key Milestone / Deliverable
Week 1 (Aug 1–7) Summer Boot Camp Tutor onboarding, venue setup, and student registration (10 kids). Holiday classes commence.
Week 2 (Aug 8–14) Clean Flow Daura Site mapping, Mai Unguwa meeting, tool sourcing, and tipper truck booking. On-ground logistics finalized.
Week 3 (Aug 15–21) Clean Flow Daura Execution Day: 1-Day Drainage De-Silting & Waste Haulage (6:30–10:30 AM). 1.5 km cleared; 3 waste drums placed.
Weeks 3–4 (Aug 17–28) Summer Boot Camp Final weeks of holiday coaching, hygiene workshop, and student assessment. Boot Camp conclusion & report cards.
SEPTEMBER 2026 (SCHOOL RESUMPTION MONTH)
Dual Focus: Back-to-School Distribution & Women’s Soft Loans
Weeks Initiative Activity Breakdown Key Milestone / Deliverable
Week 1 (Sept 1–7) Back-to-School Drive Bulk procurement of uniforms, books, stationery, sandals, and socks (₦316,000 budget). Inventory procured & sorted per child.
Week 1 (Sept 1–7) Women's Soft Loan Scheme Community sensitization, application form processing, and initial screening. 10 Beneficiaries shortlisted.
Week 2 (Sept 8–14) Back-to-School Drive Resumption Week: School fee payments to partner schools & handover of kits to children. 10 Students fully equipped for new term.
Week 2 (Sept 8–14) Women's Soft Loan Scheme Business verification visits and guarantor sign-offs (Mai Unguwa / Religious leaders). Guarantor agreements signed.
Week 3 (Sept 15–21) Women's Soft Loan Scheme Pre-disbursement training & 2-day financial literacy/business scaling workshop. Training completed.
Week 4 (Sept 22–30) Women's Soft Loan Scheme Official seed capital disbursement (₦50,000/woman) & mentor pairing. ₦500,000 total capital disbursed.
OCTOBER 2026
Primary Focus: Rural Healthcare Access & Medical Outreach
Weeks Initiative Activity Breakdown Key Milestone / Deliverable
Week 1 (Oct 1–7) Rural Medical Outreach Village selection, site survey, and town hall meeting with community elders. Outreach venue confirmed.
Week 2 (Oct 8–14) Rural Medical Outreach Procurement of essential pharmaceuticals, testing kits (malaria RDTs, blood glucose), and consumables. Medical stock prepared.
Week 3 (Oct 15–21) Rural Medical Outreach Volunteer clinical team briefing (doctors, nurses, pharmacists) & town crier publicity drive. On-ground mobilization complete.
Week 4 (Oct 22–28) Rural Medical Outreach Execution Day: 1-Day Medical Outreach (Triage, consultations, testing, & drug dispensing). 300+ Patients consulted & treated.
End of Oct (Oct 29–31) Quarterly Review Final financial reconciliation, impact data collection, and report submission to Logos Circle. Consolidated Q3/Q4 Impact Report.
What work well
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Excellent Attendance: Every registered participant attended the meetup, reflecting a high level of commitment and enthusiasm.
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High Participant Engagement: Members actively contributed throughout the discussions by sharing experiences, asking questions, and proposing innovative ideas.
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Strong Interest in Logos: Participants showed significant interest in the vision, mission, and values of Logos Circle and its approach to community-driven governance.
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Positive Reception: Many participants described the meetup as a long-awaited opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals committed to creating positive change.
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Collaborative Environment: The session fostered openness, respect, teamwork, and constructive dialogue.
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Action-Oriented Discussions: Conversations moved beyond identifying problems to proposing practical, achievable solutions and clear action points.
Conclusion
Following the presentations, members commended the quality and practicality of the proposals. Constructive feedback was provided to each team, and the Circle reaffirmed its commitment to implementing the three priority winnable projects in phases, based on available resources and strategic partnerships.
The meeting concluded with an agreement that each team would continue refining its proposal, engage relevant stakeholders, and commence implementation according to the timelines developed during the breakout sessions