The Resource Centre for Human Rights and Civic Education (CHRICED) has raised alarm over the increasing attacks on civil society organisations in Nigeria, saying that despite the assaults, civic actors have refused to be silenced.
 
The organisation also paid tribute to late President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua, 15 years after his passing.

Besides, the CHRICED), yesterday, inaugurated its Radio and Television Studio to widen the media space and promote access to information.

Its Executive Director, Dr Ibrahim Zikirullahi, while speaking at the event in Abuja, observed: “Since its inception in 2006, the Resource Centre for Human Rights and Civic Education (CHRICED) has stood resolute in its mission: to promote and protect the rights of citizens, while fostering democracy in Nigeria. We have always believed that meaningful participation in governance is impossible without an informed and enlightened citizenry. This belief has been at the heart of our programmatic approach, guiding our unwavering commitment to civic and political education.

“Yet, twenty-five years into Nigeria’s democratic journey, our nation finds itself at a crossroads. Democracy, ushered in with promise, now faces existential threats from systemic corruption, electoral malpractice, judicial inconsistencies, legislative recklessness, economic stagnation, and the widening gap between citizens and those entrusted with governance. Political leadership marred by mediocrity and a government increasingly bent on controlling the media space and silence dissent exacerbates these challenges.

“In the face of these trials, CHRICED refuses to retreat. Instead, we rise – undaunted, determined, and ever more committed to amplifying the voices of ordinary Nigerians.”

He went on: “The CHRICED Radio and Television Studio is far more than a

Zikirullah lauded the late President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua, whom he described as an uncommon leader – one who publicly declared his assets, and acknowledged the flaws in the electoral system that brought him to power, and committed to far-reaching electoral reforms.

“His integrity, humility, and dedication to democratic principles remain a guiding light in a political landscape desperately in need of reform,” he added.