Akpabio Calls for Inclusion, Trust to Strengthen Democracy
By Anayo Akwitti Senate President Godswill Akpabio has stressed the need for inclusion, trust and equal opportunity as foundations for a stronger democracy. Akpabio made the call on Tuesday while addressing the 153rd Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) in Arusha, Tanzania. The Senate President, who also chairs Nigeria’s National Assembly, said inclusion, trust and […]
Kalu Celebrates Abbas at 61, Hails Speaker’s Leadership
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has congratulated the Speaker, Tajudeen Abbas, on his 61st birthday, describing him as a leader committed to strengthening the National Assembly and democratic institutions. Kalu, in a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Press Affairs, Udora Orizu, on Wednesday, commended Abbas […]
NILDS DG Urges Interns to Deepen Democracy Knowledge
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Director-General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS) Prof. Abubakar Suleiman has urged interns of the institute to deepen their understanding of democracy, governance and legislative processes as part of efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s democratic institutions. The DG gave the charge on Thursday in Abuja during a lecture […]
Reps Urge Youths to Shape Nigeria’s 2027 Elections
By Oluwakemi Kindness The House of Representatives has called on Nigerian youths to take centre stage in shaping the country’s democratic future by actively participating in the 2027 general elections, describing them as the most influential force in determining the credibility and outcome of the polls. The appeal was made on Thursday at the Youth […]
INEC Seeks More Funding Ahead of 2027 General Elections
By Zainab Bakare The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, has called for increased funding, improved staff welfare and greater investment in electoral infrastructure ahead of the 2027 general elections. Amupitan made the appeal in Abuja during a courtesy visit to the Chairman of the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal […]
Gbajabiamila Seeks Stronger Executive-NASS Partnership
By Oluwakemi Kindness Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, has called for stronger collaboration between the Executive and the National Assembly to deliver improved security, economic growth and better governance for Nigerians. Speaking at the opening of the 2026 National Assembly Open Week in Abuja, Gbajabiamila said although both arms of government operate […]
Candidate Imposition: NILDS Seeks Electoral Act Amendment
By Chinedu Echianu Stakeholders at the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS) have called on the National Assembly to amend the Electoral Act to impose stiffer sanctions, including the disqualification of political parties, where candidates are imposed under the guise of consensus rather than emerging through transparent and democratic party primaries. The call […]
Edo Police Restrict Movement for LG Election Security
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Edo State Police Command has imposed a statewide restriction on movement from 12:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 11, to strengthen security during the local government elections. The command said the restriction is designed to ensure a peaceful, orderly and secure election and will be enforced with support from […]
NILDS Reaffirms Commitment to Gender-Inclusive Governance
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Director-General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), Prof. Abubakar Sulaiman, has reaffirmed the Institute’s commitment to expanding women’s participation in political leadership and legislative decision-making in Nigeria. Prof. Sulaiman made this known on Tuesday, at a One-Day Capacity Building Workshop for Female Aspirants vying for seats in […]
EKITI POLL: PWDs Hail INEC for Prioritizing Accessibility
By Oche Otene The Ekiti State Governorship election recorded strong voter turnout in Ado Ekiti on Saturday, with Persons with Disabilities taking active part in the process. At St. Michael Secondary School, Ado Ekiti, both elderly and young voters turned out in large numbers. Persons with Disabilities were also seen at the polling units, with […]