A public opinion survey conducted by GoNigeria ahead of the 2027 general elections, revealed that less than 50 percent of Nigerians have confidence in the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC.

GoNigeria is convened by Mr Atedo Peterside and 24 others Nigerians.

In a statement titled ‘Electoral reform and the sanctity of Nigeria’s democratic future’, GoNigeria emphasised that electoral reforms, judicial reforms and freedom of speech, among others, are critical for Nigeria’s democracy.

According to the organisation, four pillars are critical for Nigeria’s democracy: electoral reform, judicial reform, freedom of speech, and the security of life and property.

” These pillars are the practical guardrails required for a democracy that is durable and productive.

Among these pillars, electoral reform is foundational. Elections do not simply select leaders; they determine whether power is accepted as legitimate, whetherpower is accepted as legitimate, whether institutions are trusted, and whether governance will be effective. Where elections are credible, authority is strengthened.

“This understanding was clearly articulated by the Justice Mohammed Uwais-led Electoral Reform Committee, whose recommendations emphasised independence of the electoral body, transparency, credible dispute resolution, and firm enforcement of electoral rules.

Subsequent reforms centered on the adoption of digital tools, including biometric voter registration, Permanent Voters’ Cards, and electronic accreditation.

These innovations reflected institutional intent and public demand: technology as a guardrail against manipulation and a basis for public confidence.

President Bola Tinubu has directed all political appointees serving in his administration who intend to contest elective offices in the 2027 general elections to resign their appointments on or before March 31, 2026.

The presidential mandate, which targets ministers, heads of agencies and aides, is aimed at ensuring strict adherence to the country’s legal framework and maintaining the integrity of the upcoming electoral cycle.

The directive is contained in a circular issued by the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation , referenced the provisions of Section 88(1) of the Electoral Act, 2026, as well as the timetable issued by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for party primaries.

The circular, signed by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Sen. George Akume, and released by the Permanent Secretary (General Services Office), Dr. Ibrahim Abubakar Kana, clarifies that the resignation requirement applies to a broad spectrum of officials.

These include “Honourable Ministers, Honourable Ministers of State, Special Advisers to the President, Senior Special Assistants, Special Assistants, and Personal Assistants to the President.

”The order further extends to “all Directors-General and Chief Executive Officers of Federal Government Parastatals, Agencies, Commissions, and Government-owned Companies,” as well as any other political appointees seeking nomination for elective office.

President Tinubu emphasized that the measure is a necessary step to “ensure full compliance with electoral laws, uphold transparency in the political process, and promote a level playing field for all aspirants ahead of the elections.”

Anambra State Governor, Charles Soludo on Tuesday assured the people that by the end of his second -term in 2030, he would have transform Anambra into a major economic hub, “an African Dubai, Taiwan, and Silicon Valley.”

Soludo was sworn -in- today as governor for another four years tenure by the Chief Judge of the state, Justice Onochie Anyachebe.

After he had taken oath of office, Soludo told the audience that his first four years was devoted to addressing the basics, which included restoring security, law and order and addressing waste management and urban regeneration, rebuilding public schools and hospitals, infrastructural revolution especially roads and unprecedented road dualization for the present and future generations.

He also said that his administration broke the 34 -year old jinx by building a befitting government house and lodge, digitized government processes and mainstreamed transparency and value-for- money governance, restored public finance on a path of sustainability, rescued the environment and intentionally invested in leisure and entertainment to turn Anambra into a preferred destination.

Anambra is back and rising stronger and bolder! And at the end of the next four years, there will be no doubt: the foundations to a Livable and Prosperous Smart Mega City—the ADTS– will be solid.

He said that over the next four years, he would consolidate the ongoing transformations across all sectors, accelerate actions to secure the spaces and pillars for the prosperity of generations yet unborn, as well as institutionalize change within the “built to last” framework.

He said: “Security and electricity will remain priorities. Anambra’s land mass is rapidly being developed in a haphazard and chaotic manner, making a physical master plan an emergency.

“That is why we are intentionally securing strategic land spaces as a land bank for future developments.

With an estimated population of about 40 million by 2070 and nearly 50 million by 2100, the state will at least have three airports, but in the next ten years there will hardly be any space for them except we act today.

” We have already planned and investing in four new cities and a district simultaneously. They are New Niger City near Onitsha, Awka 2.0, the Anambra Mixed-Use Industrial City (AMIC), an Aerotropolis, and the Innovation District, which is our own Silicon Valley.”

According to him, the CPCS of Canada has completed the Anambra’s rail and gas master plan and work would begin soon.

” Anambra is back and rising stronger and bolder! And at the end of the next four years, there will be no doubt: the foundations to a Livable and Prosperous Smart Mega City—the ADTS– will be solid.

” We now have a record of delivering more than our promise.

Hence, when you echo with me that “Solution is Here,” know that it is not a slogan. It is our covenant, Our promise,” he said.