Nigeria is Africa’s most populous country and its biggest democracy, yet its leaders are chosen by a small group of kingmakers.
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Democracy Day, E-Governance And Better Nigeria
Nigeria is the fastest-growing ICT market in Africa, yet it still falls short when it comes to offering its citizens e-governance services.
The Nigerian State Is The Greatest Threat To Nigerian Democracy
Nigeria transitioned to democracy in 1999, but is finding hard to sustain reforms. The state is the greatest threat to its democracy.
Nigerian Democracy in Peril as Country Descends Into Lawlessness
Nigeria’s insecurity endures. Gunmen are continually attacking in a number of states. The scenario is quickly devolving into broad anarchy.
Nigeria’s Democracy Needs More Legislative Therapy
Despite recent positive advances, such as the electoral reform act of February 2022, much still has to be done to repair Nigeria’s democracy.
Electoral Act Is Great Achievement For Nigeria’s Democracy
The EU’s elections Chief Observer has described the 2022 Electoral Act of Nigeria as a great achievement that will enhance democracy.
Nigeria Parliament To Vote On 68 Constitutional Amendments
The Senate and the House of Representatives have set Wednesday, 2 March and Thursday, 3 March, to vote on the amendments.
U.S. urges African leaders to promote democracy
The US Secretary of State, Anthony Blinken, is in Africa. During his visit in Nigeria he urged African leaders to promote democracy.
Attack On Journalists As Threat To Nigeria Democracy
Two recent attacks on journalists raise concerns about the increased dangers Nigerian journalists confront in the course of their work.
Nigerian Governor Threatens Journalists Covering His Corruption
In an BBC interview, Nigeria’s Kano state governor said he would deal with journalists who published videos claiming he was corrupt.