In the run-up to the hotly contested elections, the political atmosphere has been charged by intense party campaigns, sporadic incidents of political violence, and rising expectations. Political tensions are also being fueled…
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Democracy, Development and Governance
Displaced but not Disenfranchised? IDPs and the 2019 Nigerian Elections
by Patience Adzande
Apart from being denied their right to peace and security, some IDPs face the risk of also being disenfranchised.
Democracy, Development and Governance
Women and Nigeria’s 2019 Elections
by Dr. Titilope F. 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
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
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.
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“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?