Apart from being denied their right to peace and security, some IDPs face the risk of also being disenfranchised.
Essays
Essays present critical analysis and debate on a pressing issue in African peacebuilding.
Democracy, Development and Governance
Women and Nigeria’s 2019 Elections
by Titilope Ajayi
Gender inequality manifests in Nigeria’s politicosphere as a deeply held belief by many, including some women, that men are superior to women and leadership is a man’s business.
Democracy, Development and Governance
The International Community and Nigeria’s 2019 Elections
by Temitope Edward Akinyemi
Compared to past elections it would appear that the 2019 election has received less attention from the international community.
Democracy, Development and Governance
Security Agencies and the 2019 Elections in Nigeria
by Dare Ezekiel Arowolo
In Nigeria, incidents of violence are due to the zero-sum approach to political competition and the militarization of elections.
Democracy, Development and Governance
Bullets and Ballots: Exploring Insecurities and the 2019 Elections in Nigeria
by Noah Echa Attah
Several groups have appealed to the government and politicians not to make pronouncements or take actions that may escalate existing political tensions.
Democracy, Development and Governance
Not Ready to Run? Youth and Nigeria’s 2019 General Elections
by Hakeem Onapajo
Despite the landmark legislation aimed at increasing the political participation of youth, early indications regarding youth political empowerment are not very encouraging.
Democracy, Development and Governance
Political Campaigns in the 2019 Election: Economic Debate Takes a Backseat
by Taiwo Owoeye
A review of the campaign documents of the two leading candidates, Muhammadu Buhari’s Next Level and Abubakar Atiku’s Let’s Get Nigeria Working Again, reveals that both are high on promises but short on specifics.
Democracy, Development and Governance
“Who Debates Epp?”
by Azeez Olaniyan
“Epp” is a slang word used by Nigerian youth meaning “help.” In other words, the title asks: “who have debates helped?” Since their popularization in the United States in 1960, televised political debates between candidates for office have become an integral part of campaigns in the buildup to elections. They are often targeted at people […]
Democracy, Development and Governance
One Year After: Has the National Peace and Reconciliation Commission Act Failed Zimbabweans?
by Ruth Murambadoro
The situation in the country—marked by high-handed responses to public protest, political unrest, and a worsening economic crisis—continues to pose serious challenges to peace and justice.
Media
Africa Peace Journalism: A Manual for Media Practitioners in East Africa
by Fredrick Ogenga
Africa Peace Journalism: A Manual for Media Practitioners in East Africa is the outcome of the East Africa Regional Peace Journalism Training Workshop (March 2017) for journalists covering conflict and peacebuilding in East Africa. Organized by Rongo University’s Center for Media, Democracy, Peace, and Security (CMDPS) in partnership with the African Peacebuilding Network (APN) of the […]