Tag: #InclusiveDemocracy
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EX-PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE URGES INCLUSIVE DEMOCRACY IN NIGERIA
Leaders called to embrace accountability and boost citizen participation in governance. Dr Adewole Adebayo, SDP’s 2023 presidential candidate, has urged policies that strengthen citizens’ role in Nigeria’s democracy. Speaking at an Iftar hosted by his wife in Abuja, Adebayo highlighted the nation’s cultural and religious diversity as a source of strength and called on leaders…
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INVEST IN WOMEN FOR STRONGER DEMOCRACY – IPC
As the world marks *International Women’s Day 2026, the International Press Centre (IPC) is urging governments, political parties, and media institutions to *invest more in women to strengthen democracy, press freedom, and inclusive leadership. IPC Programme Officer Melody Akinjiyan said empowering women through affirmative action, leadership opportunities, and safer media spaces for female journalists would…
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ANAMBRA ELECTIONS SHOW IMPROVED TURNOUT BUT CHALLENGES REMAIN – CDD
The Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD) has praised Anambra voters for upping turnout to 21.4% in the November 8, 2025, governorship election, doubling the 10.2% recorded in 2021. However, CDD’s Mrs. Seyi Awojulugbe noted turnout remains low, especially among youth, women, and persons with disabilities facing barriers to voting. CDD commended INEC’s high Permanent…
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PDP KEBBI REJECTS UNILATERAL NOMINATION OF ALHAJI KABIRU TANIMU AS NATIONAL CHAIRMAN
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kebbi State has publicly opposed the reported sole nomination of Alhaji Kabiru Tanimu as PDP’s National Chairman, urging that the North-West zone be allowed to present candidates following the party’s zoning arrangement. State spokesperson Alhaji Sani Dododo clarified this stance during a briefing in Birnin Kebbi, highlighting that Tanimu…
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TUC DEMANDS FULL IMPLEMENTATION OF UWAIS REPORT FOR ELECTORAL REFORM
At a recent public hearing on the new Electoral Act 2025 bill, Trade Union Congress (TUC) President Festus Osifo called for the full adoption of Justice Mohammed Uwais’ recommendations to fix Nigeria’s electoral system. Speaking through TUC official Tolulope Akinyoye, Osifo stressed that credible elections must reflect the true will of the people and backed…
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INEC REPORTS 6.85 MILLION NIGERIANS PRE-REGISTERED IN CVR
Over half are women and youth dominate as Nigeria ramps up voter registration ahead of elections. INEC says 6.85 million Nigerians have completed pre-online registration for Continuous Voter Registration as of October 5, with women making up 52.23% of the total. Youths aged 18-34 represent the largest group, and students and persons living with disabilities…
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36,000 WOMEN IN BAUCHI PUSH NATIONAL ASSEMBLY TO PASS RESERVED SEATS BILL
Grassroots voices rally for legal reforms to boost women’s political representation in Nigeria. Fewer than 36,000 women under the Nigeria League of Women Voters have petitioned the National Assembly to pass the Reserved Seats Bill, aimed at increasing women’s participation in governance. Chairperson Hajiya Zainab Mohammed highlighted community sensitization efforts that rallied support even among…
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INEC RECORDS 6.2 MILLION ONLINE PRE-REGISTRATIONS AS CVR CONTINUES
Over a million Nigerians complete physical registration in ongoing voter drive. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) announced 6.2 million online pre-registrations in its ongoing Continuous Voter Registration, with physical registrations surpassing one million as of September 28. Females made up 52.15% of the online figures, with youths aged 18-34 representing the largest group. Students…
