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Written By Nduka Anyanwu  As Nigeria’s electoral process continues to evolve, the debate over the electronic transmission of election results remains a critical issue.  The recent issues of e-transmission by the Senate has drawn strong reactions from civil society organizations and political stakeholders alike.  Among those voicing concern is the National Chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Barrister Sly Ezeokenwa, who underscores the importance of embracing technological reforms to strengthen electoral integrity. In his view, Ezeokenwa emphasized that the integrity of Nigeria’s democracy hinges on transparent, trustworthy, and efficient electoral processes. “The issues of electronic transmission of results by the Senate is deeply disappointing and undermines the very foundation of electoral transparency,” he said. “For too long, Nigeria has grappled with electoral malpractices and logistical challenges. Embracing e-transmission is not just a technolog...

Written By Nduka Anyanwu   In the wake of Nigeria’s latest political developments, the National Chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Barrister Sly Ezeokenwa, has shared his insights on the recent registration of two new political parties by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), and the broader implications for Nigeria’s democratic process. INEC recently announced the registration of two new political parties, bringing Nigeria’s total number of registered parties to 21. The commission’s Chairman, Professor Joash Amupitan, disclosed this during a quarterly consultative meeting with political party leaders in Abuja. The newly registered parties are the Democratic Leadership Alliance (DLA) and Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC). According to Amupitan, DLA was registered after being the only association among 171 seeking registration that met the legal requirements, while NDC’s registration followed a court order. He explained that INEC assessed th...

 Written By Nduka Anyanwu  Nigeria’s journey toward effective governance, meaningful reform, and accountable leadership is fraught with persistent challenges.  Despite laudable efforts and international support—such as the World Bank’s State Fiscal Transparency, Accountability, and Sustainability (SFTAS) program—our nation continues to grapple with systemic issues that undermine development and trust in public institutions. At the core of these challenges are weakly implemented policies, endemic corruption, and systemic, politicized bottlenecks that hinder progress. While reforms are often announced with fanfare, many remain superficial, serving more as cosmetic changes rather than profound institutional transformations.  This superficiality prevents the realization of tangible improvements in public service delivery and erodes public confidence in government. The Reality of Reform Implementation Gaps Many of Nigeria’s reform initiatives suffer from lack of continuit...

Written By Nduka Anyanwu  As Nigeria steps into the month of February 2026, every new month presents us with a fresh opportunity—an occasion for renewed hope, collective responsibility, and unwavering commitment to the progress of our great nation. It is with this spirit that Barrister Sly Ezeokenwa, the National Chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), extends warm wishes to all Nigerians across the length and breadth of our country. In this democratic dispensation, our shared destiny hinges on our collective resolve to uphold peace, unity, and progress. Democracy is not merely a system of governance; it is a platform that empowers every Nigerian to participate actively in shaping our future. As we continue to build on the gains of our democracy, I urge every citizen to remain steadfast in our dedication to good governance, transparency, and the principles that underpin a just society. February is a month to reaffirm our commitment to the ideals of democracy—an era ...

By: Awajis Josiah-Chijindu  The Rivers State Government has dismissed claims that it rejected an application by the Rivers State chapter of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors to use the Yakubu Gowon Stadium for its inauguration. Addressing journalists during an inspection tour of the facility currently undergoing reconstruction, the Coordinating Commissioner for Sports, Barrister Christopher Green, alongside the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Information and Communications, Dr Honour Sirawoo, stated that no formal request was received from any individual or group seeking to use the stadium. Barrister Green, who also serves as the Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, explained that aside from the absence of any application, the stadium remains an active construction site and is therefore unsuitable for hosting any event. “I have not received any application from anybody to use this facility. And everyone in Rivers State is aware that the Yakubu Gowon Stadium is under reconstru...

By: Awajis Josiah-Chijindu  The attention of the Rivers State Police Command has been drawn to a disturbing trend, where a group of individuals portraying as Police Officers, wearing black attire, and engaging in the extortion of unsuspecting citizens in the State.  This development is deeply concerning and the Commissioner of Police ,Cp  Olugbenga Adewole Adepoju Psc , mnips, has launched a robust mechanism to monitor, identify, apprehend, and prosecute those involved in this illegal act to the full extant of the law. It is imperative to note that no individual, regardless of their claimed affiliation, has the authority to conduct searches of personal devices of the citizens, such as phones or laptops, on the road or at checkpoints, or demand that you accompany them to withdraw or transfer cash from a POS operator or any financial institution. The public is advised to exercise vigilance and report any suspicious activities or encountered  hostile checkpoints to the ...