Founded in 2015 by former Nigerian President, @GEJonathan, the Foundation promotes democracy, peace and transformational change in Africa. Convener of @TheWAEF
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Yankari Game Reserve, Nigeria’s premier wildlife reserve and one of Bauchi State’s greatest treasures, is home to elephants, lions, buffaloes, antelopes, over 350 bird species, and the iconic Wikki Warm Spring.
It reflects the rich natural heritage that makes Bauchi a remarkable destination for visitors from across Africa and beyond.
As delegates gather for this year’s Goodluck Jonathan Foundation Democracy Dialogue,
they will also have the opportunity to experience the beauty, biodiversity, and warm hospitality that define our host state.
We look forward to welcoming Africa to the Pearl of Tourism.
📍 Bauchi, Nigeria
📅 11 August 2026
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This year, the Dialogue comes to Bauchi State, the home of Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa, Nigeria's first and only Prime Minister, a distinguished teacher, nationalist, and one of the country's foremost founding fathers,
who led Nigeria through its transition to independence.
As delegates from across Africa gather this August, they will do so in a state whose history is closely intertwined with the story of Nigeria's nationhood.
We look forward to welcoming Africa to the Pearl of Tourism.
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"Political parties and leaders campaign in poetry but govern in prose." Professor of Governance at the University of Manitoba observed that political elites often become both the creators and victims of growing public cynicism.
but also in the political parties that sponsored them.
If political parties are the gateways to public leadership, should they bear greater responsibility for the quality, integrity, and accountability of those they present for public office?
As we count down to the 2026 Goodluck Jonathan Foundation Democracy Dialogue, we continue the conversation under the theme: Beyond Elections: Can Political Parties and the Judiciary Save African Democracy?
28 days to go.
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When trust in the judiciary weakens, what happens to democracy?
Join the conversation as we count down to the 2026 Goodluck Jonathan Foundation Democracy Dialogue in Bauchi.
Share your thoughts with #GJFDemocracyDialogue.
Democracy doesn't stop on election day.
It lives in political parties, the judiciary, strong institutions, and public trust.
30 days to #GJFDemocracyDialogue in Bauchi.
Can political parties sustain democracy beyond the ballot box? Share your thoughts below.
Last year, we asked: Why do democracies die?
This year, we ask: Can political parties and the judiciary save African democracy?
In 31 days, the conversation continues at the #GJFDemocracyDialogue2026.
📅 11 August 2026
📍 Bauchi, Nigeria
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Can democracy thrive beyond the ballot box?
Join the @GEJFoundation Democracy Dialogue 2026 as African leaders, policymakers, jurists, civil society and governance experts examine the role of political parties and the judiciary in strengthening democracy.
📅 11 August 2026
📍 Bauchi, Nigeria
Theme: Beyond Elections: Can Political Parties and the Judiciary Save African Democracy?
In collaboration with the @BauchiState Government.
#GJFDemocracyDialogue2026
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Joint Statement by the head of electoral mission of @ecowas_cedeao, head of electoral mission of @_AfricanUnion and @TheWAEF on the post election situation in Guinea - Bissau.
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As we begin the countdown to the 2024 #GJFDemocracyDialogue, here is a snippet of some of the objectives of the Dialogue as captured in the words of our Founder, @GEJonathan and our Executive Director @Yoonu117
Though the #SahelGovernanceForum was lit, however the conversation doesn't stop there 🔥.
We’re heading to Accra for the #GJFDemocracyDialogue 2025 — diving deep into Why Democracy Fails.
📍 Accra, Ghana
#GJFDemocracyDialogue #DD202
ALT The Goodluck Jonathan Foundation 2025 Democracy Dialogue
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THANKS IMMENSELY fmr President @GEJonathan of #Nigeria for continuous leadership for peace & democratic governance in #Sahel & across West Africa. HIGHLY APPRECIATE your ‘shout out’ to @NDI during #SGF2025 for the Institute’s work on constitutionalism & presidential Term Limits.
