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"How can we improve LG elections in Nigeria? We need to focus on improving the performance of SIECs by strengthening laws to safeguard their operational, administrative & financial independence." Our Communications Assistant David Mkpume writes on how to improve local

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This Saturday from 8:30pm-9:00pm, join us on #ElectoralReformHalfHour for an insightful discussion on "Leveraging Technology for Electoral Transparency" with #NotTooYoungToRun, Executive Director, Yiaga Africa Catch us on ntanews24 MacArthur Foundation #Nigeria

This Saturday from 8:30pm-9:00pm, join us on #ElectoralReformHalfHour for an insightful discussion on "Leveraging Technology for Electoral Transparency" with <a href="/DSamsonItodo/">#NotTooYoungToRun</a>, Executive Director, <a href="/YIAGA/">Yiaga Africa</a> 

Catch us on <a href="/ntanews24/">ntanews24</a>

<a href="/macfound/">MacArthur Foundation</a>

#Nigeria
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You can read the paper presented by our Executive Director #NotTooYoungToRun at the just-concluded Annual General Conference of the Nigerian Bar Association on our website here: yiaga.org/addressing-nig… #ElectoralReformsNG

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You can read the paper presented by our Executive Director #NotTooYoungToRun at the just-concluded Annual General Conference of the Nigerian Bar Association on our website here: yiaga.org/addressing-nig… #ElectoralReformsNG

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What does African football have in common with elections on the continent? What lessons can we apply from the beautiful game to improving electoral democracy in Africa? Our Program Coordinator, Africa Division Ibrahim Faruk gives us brilliant insights in this article:

What does African football have in common with elections on the continent? What lessons can we apply from the beautiful game to improving electoral democracy in Africa?
Our Program Coordinator, Africa Division <a href="/IbrhmFaruk/">Ibrahim Faruk</a> gives us brilliant insights in this article:
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Are you a newly registered voter in Edo State? You can pick up your Permanent Voter's Card at the INEC Nigeria office in the local government area where you are registered from now to next Sunday, 8th September. Remember, your PVC is your access to the polls. #WatchingTheVote

Are you a newly registered voter in Edo State? 
You can pick up your Permanent Voter's Card at the <a href="/inecnigeria/">INEC Nigeria</a> office in the local government area where you are registered from now to next Sunday, 8th September.
Remember, your PVC is your access to the polls.
#WatchingTheVote
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The participating students in the #MyNigeriaDebate did not just learn more about Nigeria's political & governance system for the purpose of winning matches in the competition - it has also increased their knowledge about this critical area that impacts their life in every way.

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🔴LIVE NOW: The latest news and current affairs. Stay informed with our bold coverage, in-depth programmes, live reports, top stories, global events, and more. Watch on DSTV 422 Startimes 274. x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

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In the year 2023, we focused on transforming governance by expanding our engagements across the 36 states of Nigeria to strengthening cross-border collaborations with organizations across the continent to grow our reach and impact. You can read all about it in our annual report

In the year 2023, we focused on transforming governance by expanding our engagements across the 36 states of Nigeria to strengthening cross-border collaborations with organizations across the continent to grow our reach and impact.
You can read all about it in our annual report
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🗳️ New issue alert! The Ballot Issue 15 is out now! Get the latest on Nigeria’s elections, including INEC’s prep for Edo gubernatorial polls, key insights on electoral reforms, and the Supreme Court’s rulings on governorship cases in Kogi, Bayelsa, and Imo. Details of these

🗳️ New issue alert! The Ballot Issue 15 is out now! Get the latest on Nigeria’s elections, including INEC’s prep for Edo gubernatorial polls, key insights on electoral reforms, and the Supreme Court’s rulings on governorship cases in Kogi, Bayelsa, and Imo.
Details of these
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Did you know that Somalia is proposing a constitutional amendment that puts girls' maturity at 15? We talk about this and more events happening with regards to African elections and democracy in this episode of #AfricaInView Amplified Radio

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The National Assembly recently clocked one year in office in May 2024. In light of this, some questions need to be asked. Are your lawmakers truly representing your interests? Are the bills they pass making a real impact on our lives? Have they been efficient and effective in

The National Assembly recently clocked one year in office in May 2024. In light of this, some questions need to be asked. 

Are your lawmakers truly representing your interests? Are the bills they pass making a real impact on our lives? Have  they been efficient and effective in
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Apathy is more than just not voting. It is not being concerned about the electoral process & governance as Nigerians. Because when it comes to governance, we need to first understand our own duty in governance. #MyNigeriaDebate

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Young people under the age of 25 make up over 60% of Africa, so it is not a stretch when we say young people run this world. Our interventions last month focused on providing opportunities for young people to participate in governance. You can read about it and more here:

Young people under the age of 25 make up over 60% of Africa, so it is not a stretch when we say young people run this world. Our interventions last month focused on providing opportunities for young people to participate in governance. 
You can read about it and more here:
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🌍 EHORN Webinar Alert! Join us for a review of Africa's 2024 elections so far. We’ll look at the six elections that took place and the two that didn’t in the first half of 2024 offering key recommendations to strengthen future elections. Register here ln.run/UOMdZ

🌍 EHORN Webinar Alert! Join us for a review of Africa's 2024 elections so far. We’ll look at the six elections that took place and the two that didn’t in the first half of 2024 offering key recommendations to strengthen future elections. Register here ln.run/UOMdZ
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Our Africa Program Coordinator Ibrahim Faruk will be a guest speaker on this panel on Thursday that will review elections in Africa so far in 2024 and the outlook for elections yet to be held. Don't miss it.

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Tomorrow, our Senior Communications Officer Mark Amaza will be speaking on "Electorate and Representation: Navigating Nigeria's Electoral Challenges for Better Governance" at 9am on ADBN TV. Do tune in.