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.
Compared to past elections it would appear that the 2019 election has received less attention from the international community.
Several groups have appealed to the government and politicians not to make pronouncements or take actions that may escalate existing political tensions.
Despite the landmark legislation aimed at increasing the political participation of youth, early indications regarding youth political empowerment are not very encouraging.
“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 […]
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.
