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APM Tells Government That Citizens Expect Democratic Benefits, Not Violence
The APM has criticized the ongoing state of national insecurity, urging leaders to focus on public welfare rather than violence following Governor Seyi Makinde's purchase of surveillance aircraft.
July 29, 2026
Atiku’s Aide Claims Nigerian Voters, Not Judiciary, Should Determine 2027 Election Outcome
Demola Olarenwaju, an aide to Atiku Abubakar, argues that the 2027 Nigerian presidential election must be resolved by voters at the polls instead of through judicial processes.
July 29, 2026
Osita Okechukwu Urges INEC to Prioritize Credible Elections for 2027
Former VON boss Osita Okechukwu urges INEC Chairman Joash Amupitan to ensure the 2027 elections are transparent, arguing that credible polls are the most effective way to discourage internal party impunity.
July 26, 2026
Experts Call for Electoral Reform and Media Integrity Ahead of 2027
Political science professor Sylvester Akhaine and the Nigerian Guild of Editors advocate for institutional reforms and media responsibility to ensure the success of Nigeria's 2027 general elections.
July 23, 2026
Femi Falana Criticizes APC Consensus Primaries as a Danger to Democratic Process
Senior Advocate Femi Falana has denounced the APC's consensus primary system as an undemocratic practice, calling for urgent reforms to address excessive campaign spending and the erosion of internal party democracy.
July 23, 2026
Media leaders asked to boost visibility of voters with disabilities for Osun election
Media executives in Osun State are being encouraged to increase coverage of Persons with Disabilities to ensure their voices are heard ahead of the upcoming gubernatorial election.
July 23, 2026
Adebayo: Nigeria’s 2027 Election Integrity Is Being Forged Before Voting Begins
KDI's Oluwafemi John Adebayo warns that Nigeria's 2027 election credibility is being decided by pre-election factors, including party primaries, institutional trust, and security challenges.
July 23, 2026
Sumner Sambo: Atiku Running for 2027 Presidency Despite Zoning Will Benefit Nigeria’s Democracy
Arise Television's Sumner Sambo argues that Atiku Abubakar's bid for the 2027 presidency, despite zoning norms, strengthens democracy by prioritizing constitutional rights and meritocracy over informal rotational practices.
July 20, 2026
Democracy Without Checks: The Erosion of Nigeria’s Governance
A critical examination of how the erosion of legislative and judicial independence in Nigeria has facilitated systemic corruption and undermined the nation's democratic foundation since 1999.
July 18, 2026
2027 Elections: House of Representatives Encourages Youth to Lead Democratic Change
Lawmakers are pushing for increased youth participation in the 2027 general elections, describing young people as the driving force for Nigeria's future democracy.
July 16, 2026