Yiaga Africa

Applications are now open! Join the Ready to Run network - empowering young Nigerians with the skills, strategies, and networks to lead. Supported by the @EU_SDGN Programme #readytorun #democracyinaction #yiagaafrica

In this interview with @daily_trust @DSamsonItodo reiterates the fact the credibility of #NigeriaDecides2027 rests on equal opportunities for all players amongst other factors. Disruption of campaigns, attack on political actors, imposition of exorbitant fees for campaigns advertising shrinks the political space in a manner that will compromise the legitimacy of the outcome of next year’s elections. dailytrust.com/credibility-o… #WatchingTheVote

These reports of unavailable PVCs are disturbing. Nigerians registered to vote, only to show up at collection centres and be told their PVCs are not yet available. With less than 70 days to the elections, many voters are still uncertain about the status of their cards. @inecnigeria, citizens deserve an urgent update on the status of PVC production, distribution and collection. No eligible voter should be disenfranchised on the basis of non availability of PVCs. #NigeriaDecides2027 #WatchingTheVote

Our validation meeting brought stakeholders together to examine the performance of Nigeria’s 10th National Assembly in its first two years, assess its record on lawmaking, representation and oversight, and identify opportunities for stronger legislative performance. The conversations, insights and recommendations all point to one imperative: building a more effective, responsive and accountable legislature. Here are highlights from the engagement. #LegislativeAccountability #DemocraticGovernance #YiagaAfrica

Nigeria has refused to give us a dull moment! 😂 INEC says the 2027 elections won’t be shifted, the Police say they’re ready, Atiku’s presidential ambition has encountered a court-ordered Ctrl+Z, and opposition figures are raising concerns about alleged intimidation and electoral interference. Meanwhile, the ruling party is already making its case for another four years, CAN is clarifying whose endorsement speaks for whom, and presidential candidates are bringing out manifestos filled with promises. But between the assurances, allegations, court battles and campaign promises, one question remains: who is preparing to deliver, and who is simply preparing to win? We unpack all these and more in this week’s edition of The Ballot. Read the full stories and join the conversation! 👉 bit.ly/Series3Issue43 #TheBallot #NigeriaDecides2027 #YiagaAfrica

A credible election begins with a credible voter register. In this excerpt from a recent interview, Yiaga Africa’s Executive Director @DSamsonItodo explains why the integrity of Nigeria’s voter register goes beyond the removal of 1.5 million names. Drawing on Yiaga Africa’s previous audits, he highlights concerns including duplicate entries, deceased persons, underage registrations and other irregularities. His central argument: @inecnigeria reported clean-up must be independently verified to reassure Nigerians that the integrity of the register is being protected. The question is not just how many names have been removed, but whether the register can be trusted. #ElectoralIntegrity #VoterRegister #ElectoralCredibility #YiagaAfrica

SIX ZONES. SIX CITIES. ONE MISSION: GET YOUNG NIGERIANS READY TO RUN AND WIN! The road to the 2027 elections is taking shape, and the ReadyToRun Bootcamp is coming to a city near you! Are you 35 or below and contesting for a seat in the National Assembly or State House of Assembly? This is your opportunity to sharpen your campaign skills, understand the politics of elections, strengthen your visibility, expand your reach, and build connections for long-term mentorship. Over 400 young Nigerians have already benefited from the ReadyToRun initiative. Now, we’re bringing the opportunity to all six geopolitical zones. Your turn is here! SOUTH WEST: Lagos | November 12 SOUTH EAST: Enugu | November 17 NORTH EAST: Gombe | November 19 SOUTH SOUTH: Akwa Ibom | November 24 NORTH CENTRAL: Nasarawa | November 26 NORTH WEST: Kano | December 3 This is more than a bootcamp. It is an opportunity to prepare, build capacity, strengthen your campaign, and take your ambition for public office a step further. DON’T JUST RUN. GET READY TO RUN TO WIN! Registration is OPEN! Take the next step today. 👉 forms.gle/p8oq3B4ytcUfFev69 Tag a young aspirant who needs to be in the room. Share this with someone preparing to contest. #ReadyToRunBootcamp

Nigerians can turn almost any difficult situation into a survival strategy. No light? Find fuel. No job? Start a hustle. Food too expensive? Adjust the menu. Somehow, we always find a way. But what happens when we become so good at surviving that we forget to demand better? In this edition of our Gen Z blog series, Ibrahim questions whether our celebrated resilience is gradually making us too comfortable with conditions we should be challenging. From unemployment and rising living costs to failing public services, perhaps the bigger issue is not how Nigerians keep finding a way around these problems, but why they keep happening in the first place. If Nigerians can survive almost anything, does that mean those responsible for fixing things can keep getting away with almost anything? Read the full article 👉 shorturl.at/hejvK

Ndi South East, Unu Aputago? Enugu, set your calendars! Are you a young candidate (35 or under) contesting for a seat in the National Assembly or State House of Assembly? This is your opportunity! The #ReadyToRun Bootcamp is coming directly to the South East zone to equip you with the strategic tools, campaign skills, and political network needed to run to win. Over 400 young Nigerians have already benefited. Now, it’s your turn. Visit readytorun.ng to secure your slot today! #ReadyToRunBootcamp #youthinpolitics

Welcome back to Africa in View! This week we are featuring stories from Nigeria, Ghana, Liberia, and Tunisia. We’re taking a closer look at the key battles, wins, and voices shaping democracy and human rights across the continent. Which of these stories got you saying “As how na?” #AfricainView #Democracy.

As October came to a close, Yiaga Africa #WTV observers were on the ground following PVC collection across several communities. From Adamawa to Lagos, Ondo, Akwa Ibom and Taraba, their observations showed varying levels of turnout. While some residents collected their cards, others were still waiting for PVCs to become available. The message is clear: collecting your PVC is an important step towards participating in the 2027 elections. Have you collected yours? #WatchingTheVote #YiagaAfrica #PVCCollection #NigeriaDecides2027

South West, your next political move could start here! The #ReadyToRun Bootcamp is heading to Lagos, creating another opportunity for young Nigerians to strengthen their campaigns, sharpen their political skills and prepare to compete for elective office. If you’re 35 or younger and contesting for a National Assembly or State House of Assembly seat, this is your opportunity to get ready. Over 400 young Nigerians have benefited. Ready to be next? Register at readytorun.ng or call 09038007744 for enquiries. #RunToWin #YouthInPolitics

It is encouraging that INEC has admitted its registration officials were responsible for the irregularities uncovered in the voter register. However, there must be serious consequences for those found culpable. This reinforces a fundamental point we have consistently made that Nigerians must not trust the BVAS and IReV than the people who operate them. Technology does not guarantee electoral integrity when those managing the systems are compromised. The personal integrity, and impartiality of INEC officials is critical for credible elections. If a registration official can manipulate the voter register, what prevents a compromised election official from uploading falsified result sheets to IReV? Nigerians must therefore pay closer attention to the conduct of election officials, particularly those responsible for voter accreditation, results management and transmission. #NigeriaDecides2027 #WatchingTheVote

Fake faces in the voters’ register? A court swapping out a governor’s name on the Imo West ticket? ECOWAS and the House of Reps breathing down INEC’s neck? PDP and APC still fighting over who made our soup smaller, fuel prices higher, and the cost of a pocket-friendly TGIF no longer friendly. Nigeria’s election news this week was WILD. Don’t rely on screenshots and gist. Get the full breakdown on The Ballot 👉 bit.ly/4jPRSBL

As our Election Manipulation Risk Index (EMRI) shows tampering with voter register has always been a tool for election manipulation used by politicians and compromised INEC officials. In the lead-up to the 2023 elections, there were confirmed cases of padding of the voter register. Some INEC officials implicated in these irregularities were reportedly investigated, yet the public never received an account of the disciplinary measures taken against those implicated. In 2026, we seem to be witnessing a disturbing recurrence of the same problems. Will anyone be held accountable for manipulating or compromising the voter register? #NigeriaDecides2027 #WatchingTheVote