This week, Nigeria’s democratic scene had its fair share of drama. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) welcomed a new Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, who steps into office with the task of rebuilding trust in Nigeria’s electoral process, and perhaps, its Wi-Fi connection too. Meanwhile, the Commission announced that over 6.8 million Nigerians have registered...
Role: Strategic Plan Development Consultant Application Deadline: 17th October 2025 Background Yiaga Africa is a civic hub of Change Makers, promoting democratic governance, human rights and citizens’ participation. It is a non-profit organisation vested with the responsibilities of conducting in-depth research, policy advocacy and capacity development. To this end, Yiaga Africa continues to be the...
This week on The Ballot, Nigeria’s democracy is under the microscope from the courtroom to the polling booth. President Tinubu has been dragged to court over the controversial Rivers LG elections, with a suit challenging his use of emergency powers and seeking a nullification of the polls. INEC, meanwhile, is in the spotlight on two...
#ANewINEC Campaign The Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999, as amended (S.154, Paragraph 14, Part F, Third Schedule) vests the power to appoint the INEC Chairman, National and Resident Electoral Commissioner, in the President, subject to confirmation by the Nigerian Senate. In case of the appointment of the INEC Chairman and commissioners, the...
Congratulations! You’ve just been selected to either: Live abroad with only a slim chance of “making it”, or Stay in Nigeria and actually build a decent life filled with meaning, memories, and vibes. Now, let’s be honest, if you put that question to the average Nigerian, about 89–95% will shout “Japa!” without blinking. Why? Because...
COMMUNIQUÉ Issued At the End of a CSO and Media Roundtable on the 2025 Anambra State Governorship Election Yiaga Africa, in collaboration with civil society organisations (CSOs) and media partners with support from the European Union through its European Union support to Democratic Governance in Nigeria (EU-SDGN) Programme, convened a roundtable on Friday, 22nd August...
This week in Nigeria’s political landscape, significant developments unfolded across the legislative and electoral space. Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan officially returned to the Senate following the lifting of her suspension, marking a new chapter in her legislative journey. In Rivers State, tensions continue as Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.) rejected the State Assembly’s move to investigate...
Imagine a society where every law that shapes your rights, your safety, your hustle, and your future is written in a room where women are outnumbered. Stop imagining, it is not fiction. That is our reality. For decades, women have been boxed into lip gloss and tight dresses, kitchen duties and childbearing. We have been...
About the program Yiaga Africa, with support from the Open Society Foundations (OSF), announces the call for applications for the Civic and Political Organising Lab for young creatives. The lab sessions aim to inspire and mobilise creatives to promote civic engagement by producing content that promotes political education, civic activism, good governance, and social cohesion...
Samson Itodo Nigeria’s Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) will undergo a major leadership transition in less than 60 days, just 15 months before the 2027 general election. The current Chairman of the commission, Professor Mahmood Yakubu, will end his two-term tenure of 10 years in the first week of December 2025. No chairman has served...
