democracy
28 Oct
Nigeria Political Science Association (NPSA) has advised President Bola Tinubu to constitute a technical committee to review the concept of liberal democracy and its practice in the country.
12 Oct
The Ford Foundation, John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation, Luminate, and Open Society Foundation have launched a $20m West Africa Democracy Fund (WADF) to re-imagine, renew and strengthen democracy across the region.
6 Oct
An observer group, Centre for Credible Leadership and Citizens Awareness (CCLCA), has raised serious concerns about the legitimacy of the recent local government elections in Rivers State. According to the group, no real election took place, as the results were allegedly prewritten and simply announced by the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC). READ MORE:…
4 Oct
Dr. Oby Ezekwesili PHOTO:Getty Images Former Vice President, World Bank’s Africa Region, Dr Oby Ezekwesili has called for more policies and programmes that would strengthen democracy in the continent. READ ALSO:Oby Ezekwesili’s drive for fruitful democracy Ezekwesili made the call in Abuja on Thursday at the African Conference organised by the School of Politics, Policy…
2 Oct
The New Nigeria People's Party (NNPP) on Wednesday condemned a recent Senate bill proposing the establishment of a Local Government Election Commission, calling it a dangerous move that threatens democracy in the country due to its fraudulent intent. Titled “Local Government Independent Electoral Commission ‘Establishment’ Bill, 2024 ‘SB. 531,’” the bill is sponsored by the…
2 Oct
Nigeria’s democracy is now for sale. But who is selling it and who are the buyers? Unarguably, the code of every marketplace is the presence of sellers and willing buyers. For Nigeria, this marketplace is not about goods or services, but about democracy—the cornerstone of governance. The selling and buying of votes during elections has…
1 Oct
As Nigeria Marks its 64th independence anniversary, Gov. Godwin Obaseki of Edo, on Monday restated his commitment to democracy in the face of pressures from different interests that seek to set the nation back. READ ALSO:Obaseki, Shaibu bicker over alleged plot to invade govt house In a statement to commemorate the day,…
30 Sep
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has charged Nigerians to use the 2024 Independence Day anniversary to reawaken the spirit of nationalism in defense of democracy and national sovereignty against what it called "emerging totalitarianism being foisted on our nation by the All Progressives Congress (APC)." It also urged Nigerians "not to surrender to the bullying…
6 Sep
Former Director General, Voice of Nigeria (VON), who is also an All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain, Osita Okechukwu, in this interview with LAWRENCE NJOKU, spoke on challenges facing the party in delivering its campaign promises amid alleged pushback from governors.
9 Aug
The Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC), a stalwart champion of democratic principles, on Friday, announced the launch of auditions for its
9 Aug
Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC), yesterday, emphasised the need for a robust democracy in Nigeria, and to strengthen the country’s judiciary.
4 Aug
Former military president, General Ibrahim Babangida (retd.), has dissociated himself from a social media post that claims he endorsed military rule over democratic governance. Babangida said that although the country is currently facing a number of challenges, the solution to the problems is ‘more’ democracy, not less. READ ALSO:Demonstrators in Plateau hold church service at…
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The International Organisation for Migration (IOM) has described 2024 as a successful year toward the provision of essential technical support and enhancing migration governance architecture in Nigeria. The IOM Chief of Mission in Nigeria, Ms Paola Pace, disclosed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday in Abuja. She said…
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The Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission (PCACC) says it has scaled up community sensitisation activities to create awareness on the ills of corruption. The Chairman of the commission, Muhuyi Magaji-Rimingado, said this at a town hall meeting organised by the commission on Tuesday in Kano. He underscored the importance of public sensitisation in…
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Some traders and consumers of vegetable oil in Lagos State have lamented the price variations of the produce at the Yuletide. The traders aired their views in separate interviews with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday in Lagos. Their complaints varied from low purchasing power of the consumers to the inconsistencies in the…
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The Minister of State, Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Dr. Mariya Mahmoud, has expressed confidence that the Christmas season would bring renewed hope, happiness and countless blessings. Mahmoud, who stated this in her Christmas message in Abuja on Wednesday, called on residents of the FCT to use the occasion to reflect on the values of love,…
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The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) has introduced the Production Monitoring Command Centre (PMCC) as a transformative step in hydrocarbon operations to boost production. The initiative, driven by NNPC Upstream Investment Management Services (NUIMS), builds on the success of the Command and Control Centre to enhance monitoring, operational efficiency, and production. The Chief…
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The All Progressives Congress (APC) has congratulated its chairman Abdullahi Ganduje on his 75th birthday. The party described Ganduje as an astute leader, administrator, scholar, philanthropist, and savvy politician who continues to distinguish himself in the many public offices he has been priviliged to serve. APC spokesperson, Felix Morka, in a statement, noted Ganduje's role…
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A businessman, Akindele Akintoye, has been arraigned by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on charges of money laundering and contract fraud involving $35 million. The case was heard on Monday before Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court, Maitama, Abuja. Akintoye allegedly received the funds from the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring…
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American rapper Wiz Khalifa has shared his thoughts on relationships, suggesting couples should date for at least a decade before tying the knot. The 37-year-old rapper, who is a father of two, believes that a 10-year courtship gives couples enough time to truly understand each other and their families. Speaking on the Club Shay Shay…
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The Corps Marshal, Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC}, Malam Shehu Mohammed has called on motorists to adhere strictly to road traffic rules and regulations to make the Christmas celebration a peaceful and hitch-free one. Mohammed, who made the call in his Christmas message on Wednesday in Abuja restated his earlier commitment to creating safer road…
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Gov. Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State has urged Nigerians to use the occasion of the Christmas to pray for the country, to enable President Bola Tinubu administration’s to succeed in transforming Nigeria to prosperity. This is contained in a statement on Tuesday by Ismaila Uba-Misilli, Director-General, Press Affairs, Gombe Government House, to felicitate with Christians…