…to work with ECOWAS, the African Union and the international community to defend democratic governance, uphold the rule of law, and promote peace and stability across West Africa and the wider region.

…describing responsible journalism as an important pillar of national security and democratic governance. The post 2027: No security architecture can guarantee peace if politicians choose violence — Defence Minister appeared first on Vanguard News.

…citizens on account of their political choices would constitute a serious concern for democratic governance. “That a Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria could publicly make a statement encouraging violence against political opponents raises serious concerns about the growing normalisation of violent rhetoric in…

…fulfilled, Bala Mohammed said, “Yes, I am fulfilled because the culture of democracy and democratic governance at the local government level has been entrenched. Everybody is now conscious of the importance of local democracy. I believe that what we are doing is also improving the quality of human capital coming forwar…

…that there is no person that is going to install them—there is no monarchy here. It is democratic governance,” Mohammed added. He urged political parties and their candidates to embrace the democratic process by engaging directly with the electorate rather than depending on external influence. Mohammed also reaffirmed…

…genuine will of the electorate.” Referencing preliminary reports from the EU Support to Democratic Governance in Nigeria Election Observation Hub, EU-SDGN EOH, SERAP maintained that civil society observers recorded 323 electoral offences across 726 polling units observed as of noon on election day. The breakdown includ…

…make the process credible and transparent. “This successful exercise further strengthens democratic governance in our country and reinforces the voice of the people in choosing their leaders. “As you start your second tenure in office, I encourage you to remain focused on delivering people-centred governance that impro…

…and democratic obligations.” SERAP cited preliminary reports by the EU Support to Democratic Governance in Nigeria Election Observation Hub, saying civil society observers recorded 323 electoral offences and irregularities across 726 polling units observed as of noon on Saturday. The organisation quoted the observers a…

The European Union Support to Democratic Governance in Nigeria Election Observation Hub (EU-SDGN EOH) has identified delayed commencement of voting, challenges with the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS), and gaps in election logistics as some of the major issues observed during Saturday's Osun State governorshi…

The European Union Support to Democratic Governance in Nigeria Election Observation Hub (EU-SDGN EOH) says it recorded 38 security incidents and 323 cases of electoral offences and irregularities in the 726 polling units monitored as of 12 noon on Saturday, as voting held in the Osun off-cycle governorship election. In…

…democratic decline, saying constructive criticism remained an essential ingredient of democratic governance. Calling for an emergency sitting of the National Assembly, the lawmakers urged Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Speaker Tajudeen Abbas to immediately reconvene both chambers to deliberate on the constitutio…

…peace and stability in West Africa, citing the country’s interventions in support of democratic governance in the sub-region. He also praised the performance of the Nigerian Army contingent that participated in Benin’s National Day parade on August 1, describing Nigeria as an indispensable partner in the fight against…

…leaders drawn from 10 tertiary institutions in ethical leadership, public policy, democratic governance and public service. Executive Lead of the Gender Mobile Initiative, Omowumi Ogunrotimi, said the fellowship was created to bridge the gap between student leadership and opportunities for meaningful participation in g…

…to both political leaders and voters, warning that vote-buying continued to undermine democratic governance. “When you give somebody money to buy his vote and he accepts it, he has already said it doesn’t matter who you are or what you do for the next four years,” he said. Ikechukwu urged Nigerians to make informed ele…

…bureaucracy is a key component of the governance apparatus for national development and democratic governance. At the […] The post WHAT AILS THE CIVIL SERVICE?: Fixing the bureaucracy to get the basics right appeared first on Tribune Online.

…are twists and turns, as well as ups and downs. What is important is a commitment to democratic governance, observance of the rule of law, democratic principles, a free and independent media, an impartial judiciary, and an electoral body that is truly independent and enjoys the confidence and trust of the people. “With…

…elections, the Act will serve as both a test and a tool for deepening the country’s democratic governance. “It introduces commendable reforms aimed at enhancing transparency, strengthening internal party democracy and leveraging technology. At the same time, it raises critical legal and practical questions, particularl…

…The initiative is part of the EU-backed regional programme designed to strengthen democratic governance, electoral integrity, peace and security across ECOWAS member states by supporting media organisations, civil society groups and other stakeholders combating disinformation.

…party primaries across the country. According to the communiqué, the forum believes that democratic governance should guarantee the free choice of candidates by party members and the electorate. SMBLF also advocated the retention of Nigeria’s multi-party democratic system and called for constitutional provisions to acc…

…imposition, especially involving a tainted identity, would undermine the future of democratic governance in Ogun State. “Our people must not overlook Falana’s message. Electoral integrity starts with credible party primaries. Once the foundation is compromised, governance itself becomes compromised. Right thinking memb…

…Our doors remain open to all citizens who share our vision for national development and democratic governance.”

…embrace innovation and work collectively towards deepening electoral integrity and democratic governance in Nigeria,” he said. Also speaking, the Deputy Chief Registrar (Litigation) of the Federal High Court, Abuja, Tamara Preye, said initiatives that improve confidence in the electoral process could help reduce the gr…

…and criminality, rather than religious persecution alone.” The meeting also addressed democratic governance, migration, regional security, developments within ECOWAS and the Alliance of Sahel States, as well as broader international issues. Mignot informed the minister that the European Union intended to deploy an Elec…

…talks with the British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Richard Montgomery, on Nigeria’s democratic governance, economic situation, institutional strengthening and the need to safeguard the credibility of future elections as the envoy prepares to conclude his diplomatic assignment in the country. The meeting comes amid gr…

…refusal by public officials to honour invitations from the legislature undermines democratic governance, weakens public confidence and erodes the constitutional system of checks and balances. The committee reaffirmed its determination to deploy every constitutional and legislative mechanism available to enforce complia…