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A civil society group has expressed strong opposition to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf's intention to appoint Murtala Sule Garo as the new Deputy Governor of Kano State due to an ongoing lawsuit against Garo, highlighting concerns about public trust.
The National Assembly Arcade has emerged as a key site for civic engagement and protest since Nigeria's return to democracy in 1999. This article explores its evolving role as a battleground between the public's desire to express grievances and authorities' efforts to maintain control.
In the context of Nigeria, the digital realm has become a crucial battleground for democracy, revealing the complex interplay between technology and civic engagement. This article discusses the challenges of digital authoritarianism while highlighting the potential of technology to foster accountability and inclusivity.
The Coalition of Concerned Nigerian Citizens has announced plans for a second peaceful protest against what it describes as improper appointments of Executive Directors at the Nigerian Revenue Service. The coalition argues these appointments violate statutory rotation requirements.
The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has clarified its actions regarding the remand of Tracynither Nicholas Ohiri, amid confrontations with civil society activists at a court in Abuja. The Service insists that its officers operated under a valid court order and refutes claims of forgery.
Ahead of Nigeria's 2027 general elections, civil society groups and various stakeholders have emphasized the importance of citizen participation in enhancing democratic governance and fostering national development.
Heather Gerken, President of the Ford Foundation, has visited Nigeria for the first time, engaging with traditional rulers and civil society groups to bolster efforts against gender-based violence. The visit included a conference with over 180 African leaders focused on solutions to gender-based violence.
Civil society organizations are urging an investigation into alleged human rights violations by security forces in Amasiri, Ebonyi State, following a controversial security operation that led to claims of extrajudicial killings and property destruction.
The National Assembly faces increasing pressure to approve electronic transmission of election results as the Senate prepares for an emergency session to discuss the Electoral Amendment Bill. Citizens and civil society organizations have been vocal about the need for transparency in the electoral process.
The FCT Police Command has asked the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) to postpone its planned solidarity protest on Tuesday, citing intelligence about potential infiltration by hostile groups. However, a rights organization, RULAAC, has pushed back, asserting that constitutional rights to assembly cannot be suspended based on speculative security concerns.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu dedicated 22 days to foreign visits within January 2026, traveling to France, the UAE, and Turkey. This extended time abroad has sparked criticism from both civil society and opposition parties who argue it detracts from addressing pressing domestic issues.
The Lagos State Police Command has announced its intention to charge the leaders of a recent protest, despite accounts indicating the event was largely peaceful. Observers claimed police forces initiated violence against both protesters and journalists.
A civil society organization, the Peoples Alliance for Indigenous Rights (PAIR), has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to urgently address the deteriorating governance situation in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The group highlighted ongoing strikes by workers, issues with public utilities, and rising crime rates as critical concerns requiring presidential attention.
A coalition of civil society organizations has condemned the Lagos State Government's demolition activities, which they assert are displacing thousands and have resulted in at least twelve deaths. They claim these actions constitute a systemic attack on the vulnerable populations in urban areas, executed without consultation or compensation.
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A civil society organization is urging the Inspector-General of Police to take action against Mr. Stephen Akpa Achema for purportedly trying to illegally procure land belonging to the Enugu State Government in Abuja, claiming he and his associates used thugs for vandalism.
