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As the year ends, we wrap up Series 1 by asking an important question: what’s the state of Nigeria’s democracy? Our 32nd and final edition of “The Ballot” for 2024 dives into key stories: the arrest of a key election violence suspect, election prep in Osun and Ondo, Governor Makinde’s inclusivity push, APGA’s 2025 confidence, and Kebbi IPAC’s call for unity. Are we making progress? Dive in now and see for yourself using the link below. https://bit.ly/3ZXyuam

The holiday season is here, and it’s time to hit pause and soak up all the Christmas 🎄magic! Whether you’re indulging in festive treats, binge-watching holiday classics, or just enjoying some well-deserved rest, we hope your break is filled with joy, laughter, and everything that makes this season so special. Merry Christmas from all of us at Yiaga Africa! #holidayvibes #merrychristmas🎄

Thank you to everyone who supported and worked with us thia super year of elections. Together, we worked for #democracy and #inclusion in 2024. Now, it is time for the talented Yiaga Africa team to rest, recharge, reflect and get ready to do it all again in 2025 with greater impact. We wish you joy, peace, and hope this holiday season.

This Week’s Issue is Here! Packed with all the must-read election news, from cutting-edge tech to political showdowns you won’t want to miss! Yiaga Africa is advocating for AI and digital tools to make elections more transparent and fair. Meanwhile, in Edo, tensions rise as APC and PDP clash at the election tribunal. CAPPA is empowering journalists in Borno to promote peaceful elections, and the Rivers LG election results are now in court. Plus, ALGON is calling for overdue local elections across Nigeria. Read this latest issue here: https://bit.ly/4028Ylw #theballot

The super year of elections came to a close for the Yiaga Africa team with the 2024 Election and Observation Study Mission to Ghana, the 9th presidential and parliamentary elections since her retun to to a multiparty democracy in 1992. The election was held on December 7, 2024. Yesterday, Yiaga Africa released its preliminary report of the 2024 Ghana general election as members of the delegation provided insight from lessons learnt in Ghana. The delegation included Dr. Aisha Abdullahi, Sen. S. A Alli, Hon. Prince Balogun, Barr. Afam Osigwe, Mr. Majeed Bakare, Cynthia Mbamalu, Samson Itodo, among others. The mission was accredited to understudy Ghana’s electoral governance architecture. The team observed the pre-election, election-day, and post election processes with specific interest in the election results management system. Read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/e_VzQpZR #electionobservation #ghanadecides2024

As 2024 comes to a close, big changes are being discussed for Nigeria’s elections! INEC has proposed a shift away from the PVC as the sole way to vote, and calls for reforms in data management, independent candidacy, and the need for a less partisan electoral body are gaining traction. But with issues like vote-buying and election violence still lingering, what’s next for Nigeria’s democracy? Catch up on all the latest in our 2024 final issue here: https://bit.ly/3VCYDds Wishing you a joyful holiday season. #TheBallot

Our 2024 Constituency Office Interns wrapped up the two-day workshop with a special visit to the Delegation of the European Union to Nigeria and ECOWAS. The interns had the opportunity to engage in an insightful one-on-one session with Delegation representatives, learning about the EU’s role in supporting democratic governance and sustainable development in Nigeria through initiatives like the #eu_sdgn, and gained inspiration for their own roles in strengthening legislature-constituent relations. The interns also had a hands-on learning experience at the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies, where they dived into legislative practices and strategies for impactful constituency engagement. Now, the interns are deployed to their constituencies to work closely with legislative aides for three months and strengthen ties between legislators and their communities. #EU4DemocracyNG #ParticipatoryGovernance #YouthEngage #EUSDGN #legislative

As we reflect on the recent Ondo State governorship elections, it's clear that Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and the Media play a critical role in shaping the election ecosystem. Their tireless efforts ensure transparency, accountability, and citizen engagement throughout the process. Yesterday, Yiaga Africa hosted a post-election debrief, bringing together key stakeholders to assess the post-election environment in Ondo State. The discussions provided valuable insights into the public's attitude, the experiences of various actors, and, most importantly, the steps needed to improve our electoral system and strengthen democracy moving forward. Together, we are working towards a more inclusive and robust electoral process. #WatchingtheVote #ElectionIntegrity #DemocracyInAction #PostElectionReview

With the Ondo Governorship election now concluded, the #WatchingtheVote team continues to better our systems and processes. Yesterday, we held a debrief with our Local Government Supervisors and the State Focal Person to examine our deployment mission for the election. Of great importance to the team is the post-election environment, emerging issues, and trends. The best people to provide us with first-hand information are our supervisors who form an integral part of the WTV deployment structure.

With just hours until Ghana’s 🇬🇭 Presidential and Parliamentary elections, we’re bringing you crucial insights to keep you informed as you head to the polls. From voter details to key pre-election updates, we’ve got the data you need. We wish the good people of Ghana a peaceful, free, and fair election.