…to contest the 2023 presidential election. The petition, dated June 19, was filed by a civil society group operating under the aegis of the Center for Reform and Public Advocacy, CFRPA, through a consortium of lawyers, led by Mr. Kalu Agu. It specifically sought INEC's clarification on the authenticity or otherwise of…

…airport appeared in Jeune Afrique. The author of the article cites a representative of civil society. Although this statement is questionable, if the information is confirmed, it is regrettable that local residents provided such information to a publication whose activities are banned in the country. The withdrawal of…

…with Nigeria in strengthening democratic governance through locally led institutions and civil society organisations. Aguilera said: "The European Union is proud to support Nigerian organisations that are developing innovative approaches to civic engagement and democratic governance. Through the EU-SDGN programme, we w…

…attracting ministers, lawmakers, investors, business leaders, local governments, civil society groups, academics and cultural institutions." She said this year's edition is expected to exceed the more than 700 climate-related events hosted across London in 2025 and will feature major summits on climate investment, inno…

…commendable, accountability remains essential for long-term impact. She also noted that civil society organisations are focused on promoting accountability rather than undermining stakeholders, adding that effective implementation is crucial as Nigeria gradually transitions away from oil-dependent revenues. Meanwhile,…

A civil society group, the Center for Reform and Public Advocacy, CFRPA, has reopened the issue on the genuineness or otherwise of the Chicago State University certificate used by President Bola Tinubu to get clearance for the 2023 general election. The group, championing good governance in Nigeria, has formally writte…

Amid rising insecurity in Nigeria, civil society organisations, CSOs, in Akwa Ibom State have urged citizens to work with security agencies especially, in intelligence sharing to tackle terrorism. State director of Centre for Human Rights and Accountability Network, CHRAN, Otuekong Franklyn Isong, stated this on Saturd…

…process; it is an insult to the intelligence of the electorate," he added. Meanwhile, civil society organisations that observed the election acknowledged the peaceful atmosphere that characterised the exercise but expressed concerns over incidents of electoral offences. The Co-Convener of the Nigerian Civil Society Sit…

…of power between ruling and opposition parties, and maintained a relatively vibrant civil society and media environment. These are important achievements that should not be overlooked. However, if the benchmark is responsive governance and public trust, the assessment becomes more complicated. Public dissatisfaction wi…

…to have been brought from outside Ekiti to influence the outcome of the election. A Civil Society Organization, CSO, under the aegis of Movement for Credible Elections, MCE, raised the alarm in a statement on Saturday, calling on relevant authorities to investigate the claims. According to the group, if such allegation…

…It enables the political science community of practice to engage in collaborations with civil society organisations, grassroots movements, NGOs and other non-state actors in designing research frameworks and curricula content for a shared understanding of the status and direction that give the discipline relevance and…

…airport appeared in Jeune Afrique. The author of the article cites a representative of civil society. Although this statement is questionable, if the information is confirmed, it is regrettable that local residents provided such information to a publication whose activities are banned in the country. The withdrawal of…

…for the 2026 Ekiti State governorship election. Samson Itodo, Executive Director of the civil society organisation, noted a dramatic shift in efficiency compared to the state’s previous poll in 2022. […]

…Departments and Agencies (MDAs), Royal Fathers, captains of industry, youth leaders, civil society organisations, academia, and other key stakeholders. "The Summit will feature high-level, expert presentations and stakeholder commitments aimed at producing concrete, actionable outcomes. " It will focus on improving acc…

Civil society organisations under the European Union Support for Democratic Governance in Nigeria, EU-SDGN, the Election Observation Hub, have called on political parties and candidates contesting the Ekiti State governorship election to refrain from voter inducement and uphold democratic values throughout the electora…

…The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, anti-corruption agencies and civil society organisations had earlier warned against voter inducement and other forms of electoral malpractice ahead of the election. Watch video Ekiti Guber: Massive vote-buying as voters receive N10,000, N2,000 from APC, ADC [Video]

…soldiers and victims most- OluyoriAlso speaking, Mr. Elkanah Oluyori, a member of a Civil Society Organisation, faulted the process, arguing that the programme lacks the institutions needed to make it work. He said, "Operation Safe Corridor is not just a bad idea poorly executed; it is a serious idea being executed by…

…brief is a practical accountability tool for law enforcement agencies, policymakers, and civil society. Its value lies in tracking whether the sixteen recommendations are being implemented, identifying where progress has stalled, and sustaining pressure for measurable reform. Only through consistent compliance monitori…

…National Bureau of Statistics, state budget performance reports, public works records, civil society feedback, and measurable impacts on the lives of citizens. The recognition comes on the strength of the administration’s ambitious and strategic investment in infrastructure as a catalyst for economic growth, improved s…

…a unique platform where governments, the private sector, development partners and civil society come together to mobilise the investments, innovation and collaboration needed to accelerate progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals. Together, we can build resilient economies that leave no one behind." Also spea…