…electoral infractions have emerged following the election. The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project has urged INEC, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission to jointly investigate reported cases of vote-buying, financial inducem…

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project, on Sunday, urged the Independent National Electoral Commission, Economic and Financial Crimes Commission and Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission to investigate alleged vote-buying, financial inducement, violence and other electoral of…

…the president’s references to inherited liabilities as political escapism. Demanding accountability for the money, Atiku asked: “If the combined obligations of these refineries jumped by more than ₦4 trillion in 2024 alone, what exactly did Nigerians receive in return? Where did the money go? Where are the products? Wh…

…“The whole investigation is a circus. It is a sham that is staged to pretend to be about accountability.” Sanusi questioned the ability of the House committee to deliver an impartial outcome, arguing that government officials should not be left to investigate matters involving their own institutions and colleagues. “On…

…for public office holders and the need to balance improved compensation with accountability and performance. Shehu stressed that salary increases must be accompanied by better service delivery, saying improved remuneration should not be treated as an end in itself. He said, “Remuneration reforms must be matched with ac…

…bidder and the highest tender, what suffers is governance, transparency, integrity and accountability,” he said. Itodo also raised concerns over the level of violence recorded in the state, noting that 34 deaths had been linked to the build-up to the election. “Osun is currently tense and highly competitive, signposted…

…would operate a human-rights-centred policing system anchored on professionalism, accountability, integrity and respect for the rule of law.He also declared zero tolerance for corruption and unprofessional conduct among police personnel."There will be zero tolerance for corruption and unprofessionalism. We are waging t…

…convener, described PIO as an independent civic stakeholder body focused on police accountability and institutional reform. PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!He alleged that VDM had been publicly defending one Ahmed Tajudeen, whom investigators believe coordinated the kill…

…more decisions and resources are brought closer to the people, accompanied by greater accountability for results,” he said. The governor also identified the erosion of trust between citizens and their leaders as a major challenge confronting the country’s democracy, saying Nigerians must be able to believe that commitm…

…have a right to participate. We have a right to ask questions. We have a right to demand accountability and we have a responsibility to contribute constructively to the developrment of our state. We will therefore continue to demand responsible governance peacefully, constitutionally and intelligently”.

…simultaneously. In an initial reaction, the Presidency maintained that transparency, accountability, and effective public financial management remain primary commitments of the federal administration. However, the U.S. report issued a stern critique of Nigeria's budgetary procedures, noting that national spending frame…

…concerns. He urged CSOs, smallholder farmers, youths and affected communities to pursue accountability through constructive engagement rather than unnecessary confrontation with the government. Also speaking, a representative of Advocacy on Conservation Innovation and Green Initiative Concept, Basiru Okanlawon, said th…

…up to the cities. We now have provisions like solar refrigerators, storage systems, and accountability frameworks. Those are systems we have built, and they are being used for other health emergencies also. In fact, you may also note that, in Nigeria, for example, what the government is trying to do is to leverage our…

…academic credentials in leadership, warning that it could undermine standards and accountability in society. Obi made the remarks on Tuesday in a statement titled “By making excuses for unverified certificates, we are planting poison in the soul of our society.” He said the issue of academic credentials should not be t…

…together.” Under Infantino’s leadership “there is silence where there should be accountability, distance where there should be openness”, they said. “That is why we have taken this stance: not lightly and not alone, but together, and out of duty to the game we serve. “Football’s strength has always been its unity.” bur…

…alleging that the former international had “no moral right to talk about corruption or accountability.” He also disputed claims that Odegbami’s failed attempt to secure an NFF position in the past was due to a flawed process, insisting Odegbami had failed to secure the required endorsement from Football Associations in…

…institutions in the state. The statement said the move was intended to strengthen accountability, administration and effective management of the institutions. The governor, it added, reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to improving workers’ welfare and strengthening the quality of higher education as part of its…

…promises but by lives transformed through effective service delivery, transparency and accountability. Speaking earlier, Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed said the projects demonstrated his administration’s commitment to the prudent management of public resources and the provision of infrastructure that drives economic growth a…

…frameworks that reflect Africa's realities while meeting international standards of accountability.On Nigeria's specific role, PAYDN said the country, as Africa's largest democracy, carries a responsibility to lead reform efforts within the global justice system."Hon. Agbese's intervention should not be dismissed as a…

…should play no role in conducting the review. "There is silence where there should be accountability, distance where there should be openness. These are not the qualities football deserves in its leadership. "That is why we have taken this stance: not lightly and not alone, but together, and out of duty to the game we…

…but I always reminded myself that I could not sacrifice my academics. I also had accountability partners, including my mother and close friends, who constantly checked on my progress and encouraged me to stay focused. Leadership taught me responsibility, teamwork, and problem-solving, while academics taught me discipli…

…who authorised what, on what information and with what appreciation of the consequences. Accountability cannot stop at correcting decisions after public outrage. There is a biblical injunction in Proverbs 25:5: “Remove the wicked from the king’s presence, and his throne will be established through righteousness.” The p…

…of carrying out a lawful search, it raises serious questions about transparency and accountability. Every Nigerian deserves to be treated with dignity, respect, and in accordance with the law. Observation: Incidents like this raise concerns about whether the Nigeria Police Force directives, public statements, and human…

…Group was established to defend constitutional governance, legislative independence, accountability and the rule of law. They stressed that their movement was neither an opposition alliance nor a political pressure group but a collective of legislators concerned about what they called the steady erosion of democratic i…

…and dignity. "While VIDI and CPN welcome the conviction as an important step towards accountability and justice for the child survivor, the outcome also highlights the need for continued strengthening of child protection laws, enforcement mechanisms, and sentencing frameworks to ensure that sanctions for offences again…