Tag: #Democracy
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HOLD GOVERNORS RESPONSIBLE FOR GRASSROOTS DEVELOPMENT — INSTITUTE
Think tank says real development happens at state and local levels, not just in Abuja. The The Progressive Institute has urged Nigerians to demand accountability from state governors and local government chairmen, stressing that the Federal Government has constitutional limits when it comes to grassroots development. Speaking in Abuja, Director-General Lanre Adebayo said governance is…
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EDITORS RAISE ALARM OVER ELECTION RESULTS TRANSMISSION
Guild warns Senate stance could fuel mistrust, voter apathy ahead of 2026 polls. The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) has voiced serious concern over the controversy surrounding the Senate’s position on transmitting election results, warning that it is already breeding doubt and mistrust in Nigeria’s electoral process. In a statement signed by NGE President Eze…
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FCT POLLS: INEC TELLS PARTIES—MOBILISE VOTERS, DUMP VOTE-BUYING
With the Feb. 21 Area Councils election looming, INEC is pushing parties to get voters ready—and warning that vote-buying and violence won’t be tolerated. INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, has urged political parties to step up voter mobilisation across the FCT, especially encouraging residents to collect their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) before distribution ends on…
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2027 POLLS AT RISK? CSO URGES SENATE TO FAST-TRACK ELECTORAL AMENDMENT BILL
With INEC’s election timetable looming, civil society warns that delays could reopen old legal loopholes and weaken public trust. The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) has raised the alarm, urging the Senate to urgently pass the Electoral Amendment Bill 2025, warning that further delays could undermine preparations for the 2027 general elections. Speaking…
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PDP SAYS NIGERIANS EAGER TO SEE PARTY REUNITE AHEAD OF NOVEMBER CONVENTION
PDP National Publicity Secretary Debo Ologunagba says Nigerians are watching closely and eager to see the party put its house in order ahead of the national convention from Nov. 15-16. He highlighted PDP’s legacy of 16 years of governance marked by economic growth, debt repayment, and investment in people. Party members are actively preparing through…
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INEC: YOUTH DRIVE HIGH PARTICIPATION IN CONTINUOUS VOTER REGISTRATION
Nigerians’ voter turnout proves strong faith in the electoral process, despite criticism. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says the surge in Continuous Voter Registration (CVR), especially among youths, shows Nigerians still trust the system. Since online pre-registration began on August 18, over 5.3 million people have registered, with nearly 765,000 completing in-person biometric verification.…
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FG URGES TWO-STATE SOLUTION AS PATH TO PALESTINE PEACE
Nigeria champions dignity and multilateral action for lasting peace in Palestine. At the 80th UN General Assembly, President Bola Tinubu, represented by Vice-President Kashim Shettima, reaffirmed Nigeria’s support for the two-state solution as the most dignified way to achieve lasting peace for Palestine. Tinubu stressed that Palestinians deserve equal freedoms and dignity, calling for civilized…
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SERAP AND NGE SUE NIGER STATE GOV, NBC OVER BADEGGI FM INTIMIDATION AND SHUTDOWN THREATS
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) and Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) have filed a lawsuit against Niger State Governor Mohammed Umar Bago and the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) over the governor’s directive to intimidate and shut down Badeggi FM, a Minna-based radio station. The suit challenges actions including threats to seal the station,…
