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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
ADC warns that judicial control of party management threatens Nigeria’s democratic future
Mabel Oboh of the ADC warns that excessive judicial interference in party administration threatens democratic autonomy, following a recent Court of Appeal decision.
Isaac Fayose Declares Nigerian Democracy Defunct, Cites Judiciary as Power Broker
Isaac Fayose claims that the Nigerian judiciary, rather than INEC, effectively selects the country's leaders, marking the end of genuine democracy.
Ganduje Attributes Frequent Political Defections to Lack of Party Ideology
Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje argues that the absence of ideological foundations in Nigerian political parties is driving frequent defections and personal political maneuvering.
Ogun State Honors Olusegun Osoba at 87 for His Enduring Democratic Legacy
Political leaders and clerics gathered in Abeokuta to celebrate the 87th birthday of former Ogun State Governor Olusegun Osoba, honoring his long-standing contributions to journalism and Nigerian democracy.