…Election officials have a right to safety. But there is something troubling about a democracy that increasingly needs the visible force of the security state to reassure citizens that they are safe enough to exercise political freedom. The security personnel may protect the ballot, but their very presence is an indictm…

…spectators in the governance of their own homeland violates the foundational tenets of democracy, fairness and mutual respect. Democracy is not just about voting every four years. It is about the sense that every community has a stake. When one senatorial district watches two others trade power between themselves for 5…

…phone call from the President, who described the outcome as “a fitting assurance that democracy will continue to flourish in our country.” The Imole Campaign Council, however, assured supporters that the governor remains focused on governance and committed to serving the people of Osun State. Adeleke’s camp dismisses A…

…I’m here to thank Mr. President, the father of the nation, because he fought for this democracy.” He added, “That is why he allowed free and fair election, and that is the result.” Wike meeting adds to Adeleke’s Abuja engagements The governor’s subsequent meeting with Wike has drawn attention as Adeleke continues engag…

…he said. Momodu and Tinubu’s relationship dates back more than three decades to the pro-democracy struggle against military rule in the 1990s. Tinubu, then a serving senator, was a founding member of the National Democratic Coalition, which championed the actualisation of the June 12, 1993, presidential election mandat…

…has never given excuses. We have consistently worked and distributed the dividends of democracy to every corner of the state.” Mohammed disclosed that his administration has recorded achievements in infrastructure, security, healthcare, education and agriculture across the state. He listed the construction and rehabili…

…I’m here to thank Mr. President, the father of the nation, because he fought for this democracy. That is why he allowed free and fair election, and that is the result. That is why I’m here, to say thank you to ensure that democracy lives in Nigeria. Okay? Thank you very much.”

…and preserving the democratic process. “Their resolve reinforces an important lesson: democracy is sustained not only by institutions, but also by citizens who are willing to defend their rights and insist that electoral rules are respected,” the organisation said. The organisation said the experience should be used to…

…to consolidate that momentum into democratic values. He further advised, “Promote democracy. Promote stability. Promote rule of law. Don’t stigmatise any of your opponents.” Tinubu also appealed for magnanimity in victory for all political actors, regardless of party. He stated, “Anybody, any democrat, anybody in the p…

…Okpebholo accountable, saying such scrutiny was part of citizens’ responsibility in a democracy. “I equally encourage the good people of Edo State to continue to hold their Governor accountable. That is the responsibility of citizens in every democracy,” he added. The statement comes days after singer David Adeleke, po…

…to provide a level playing field for political parties during the election. They said democracy required those in power to demonstrate the maturity to allow voters to freely determine their leaders, even when the outcome might not favour the ruling party. The coalition urged Tinubu to maintain the approach ahead of 202…

…they would not be put to shame, saying they would soon begin to enjoy the dividends of democracy under the APC-led administration. The State Chairman of the APC, Chief Yemi Sanusi, expressed delight at the decision of the defectors to join the ruling party, describing it as a wise one. Sanusi said the APC remained an a…

…capable of inflaming ethnic, religious or regional tensions have no place in a healthy democracy. “Political disagreement should never become personal hatred. Today’s opponent may become tomorrow’s partner in national development. Politicians must, therefore, compete vigorously while preserving mutual respect and the u…

…third-term bid because he believed it was necessary to defend Nigeria’s Constitution and democracy. Speaking on the 2027 elections, the former vice president also highlighted his record of providing opportunities for young Nigerians during his tenure as Vice President. He said some of those who benefited from such oppo…

…be credible, free and fair. If it’s not, I foresee a very serious threat to Nigeria’s democracy.” The post Tinubu’ll lose credible 2027 election before 4pm – Baba-Ahmed appeared first on Vanguard News.

…persuasive rather than combative with those who hold contrary opinions, insisting that democracy encourages people to hold divergent views. He expressed optimism that the South-South geo-political zone and Nigerians will re-elect Tinubu. He hailed the grand patron of the movement, High Chief Government Ekpemupolo, for…

…put to rest because Nigerians in Osun have proved that there is determination to defend democracy,” he said. Dalung further argued that the presence of several political heavyweights and government officials in Osun did not translate into electoral victory for the APC. “Despite the federal might, despite the 30 governo…

…National Democratic Institute, NDI, two prominent US-based organisations that support democracy around the world. He said there must be consequences for terrorist-politicians, adding that there should be international collaboration to name, shame and sanction such persons. According to the former Bayelsa State governor…

…them as instruments of violence or manipulation. Their talents are needed not to disrupt democracy, but to strengthen it,” he said. He added that every institution had a role to play and every citizen had a responsibility in ensuring credible elections. “Every institution has a role. Every citizen has a responsibility.…

…National Chairman, who declared that votes should be allowed to count, maintained that democracy becomes meaningful when the electorate feels the positive impact of governance. He said: ” Our democracy must become a system in which every lawful vote is protected, every valid ballot is counted and every declared result…

…healthcare, education and social inclusion. “Electoral contests in a constitutional democracy are not total wars; they are competitive job interviews before the electorate. Nigerians do not want insults; they want solutions,” he argued The INEC Chairman also warned political parties against premature declarations of el…

…and the Minority Caucus. He said both groups had agreed to work together to strengthen democracy and provide Nigerians with a credible alternative ahead of the 2027 elections. “We had just had a successful meeting and in the meeting we concluded that this is the consummation of the alliance partnership, working togethe…

…console their families, remain prayerful and conduct ourselves in a way that in our democracy, nobody needs to die for an election. It is painful, and I wish it never happens again,” he added. Tuesday’s ceremony marked the first signing of the National Peace Accord by political parties and candidates contesting the 202…

…if left unchecked, could create an undue pressure that could threaten Nigeria's fragile democracy. While commending Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), security agencies, political parties and the people of Osun for the peaceful conduct of the governorship election, Jonathan stressed that political mobili…

…in Abuja to assess the outcome of the election and its implications for Nigeria’s democracy ahead of the 2027 general elections. The Country Director of ActionAid Nigeria, Dr Andrew Mamedu, and Director of The Abuja School of Social and Political Thought, Dr Sam Amadi, who addressed the briefing, expressed concern over…