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Kick off your weekend with the latest edition of The Ballot! 🗳️ We’ve got all the updates you need to catch up on the election developments from this week. On November 8, political parties will unite for a Peace Accord ahead of the Ondo election, while Yiaga Africa is deploying 324 observers to keep an eye on the process. INEC promises a fair process, addressing past election concerns, and a recent court ruling has eased fees for local government candidates in Ogun State. Don’t miss Yiaga Africa’s upcoming Local Government Election Analysis dashboard. Get this week’s edition of The Ballot here: https://bit.ly/3Cb5Fiu

African youth have proven time and again that with the right environment, they can change the world. Their energy, creativity, and vision continue to drive positive change across the continent. As we celebrate this year’s #AfricaYouthDay, we’re thrilled to spotlight the exceptional young creatives we partnered with on our #Art4Democracy project. These talented artists have channeled their passion for democracy, human rights, and civic engagement into powerful artworks that inspire and provoke thought. Support their journey by purchasing one of these unique pieces. Every sale goes directly to the artist, fueling their future and the causes they care about. Send us a DM with the name of the artwork that interests you!

Happy African Youth Day!!! Today’s African youth deserve an education that not only prepares them for the future but empowers them to shape it. As the world evolves, so must our education. Together, let’s build a sustainable, lifelong education system for Africa - one that equips our youth to be the trailblazers of the 21st century! It’s time to make this vision a reality. Let’s invest in the future of Africa. #AfricaYouthDay

Local government elections have sparked widespread public discussion since the Supreme Court ruling on LG autonomy. In our ongoing commitment to fostering healthy dialogue on this critical issue, we hosted a roundtable discussion in partnership with The International Foundation for Electoral Systems The event brought together officials from state electoral commissions, civil society groups, and academics to explore the state of LG elections in Nigeria and discuss pathways to improvement. The conversation was dynamic, addressing key challenges and proposing actionable solutions for enhancing election quality. We also shared our preliminary report, *Local Government Elections: A Travesty of Democracy?*, available here: yiaga.org/publications/l… #LGElectionReforms

At @Yiaga, we are dedicated to strengthening grassroots governance, driven by the belief that local politics is vital to shaping Nigeria’s democratic future. After extensive refinement, we’re excited to release our long-awaited Local Government Elections Index! Developed with support from The International Foundation for Electoral Systems this comprehensive tool provides a thorough assessment of the quality of local government elections across Nigeria. Download the index here: yiaga.org/publications/i… #LGElectionReforms

As election season heats up in Ondo and across Nigeria, our latest edition of The Ballot takes you inside the key issues shaping the nation’s democratic journey. From INEC’s mock accreditation and media support plans to critical debates over local government autonomy, Yiaga Africa remains focused on strengthening grassroots politics. With tools like our Local Government Index and a preliminary report on local elections, we offer insights into the ongoing challenges surrounding local government elections across Nigeria. Get all the details in this week’s issue here: https://bit.ly/48j2bGJ #TheBallot

While thus may seem like the dawn of a new era for local governments in Nigeria, a number of issues still stand in the way. Today, Yiaga Africa presented its preliminary report on recent local government elections in the country. At a reflection roundtable held today, we had the opportunity to present the key issues we've identified in the current debacle over local government elections in Nigeria, showing what we've identified as the major issues in the public and policy discourse around the problems You can download the report by scanning the QR code on the attached image or via this link below: https://lnkd.in/dy3cm-HN #LGElectionReforms #localgovernmentelections #policyreforms

The #TurnUpDemocracy project 2.0 launched last year to enhance democratic participation and empower citizens, particularly youth, to engage in governance processes. With the support of the UK Aid in Nigeria, the #TurnUpDemocracy project engaged over 12,000 citizens. Our report includes information about the project, including our achievements, challenges, and lessons learned Simply scan the barcode on the design to download it or use the link below: https://lnkd.in/d7qrsM-H

Stay informed with this week’s edition of The Ballot! As the Ondo gubernatorial election approaches, INEC has handed over the voter register to political parties, while growing calls for the removal of the Ondo REC raise concerns about electoral fairness. Meanwhile, in Edo State, several parties are contesting the results of the recent governorship election, sparking broader discussions on how aggrieved parties can seek redress in contested elections. Get all the details here: https://bit.ly/409J4Np #TheBallot

The Ballot Issue 21 is out now! As Thomas Jefferson said, “The price of democracy is eternal vigilance,” and in this edition, we’re keeping watch. INEC has responded to the BVAS smuggling allegations in Edo, while promising a smooth election in Ondo. The Senate isn’t holding back either, calling out questionable local government polls. Plus, Yiaga Africa weighs in on the integrity of the recent Edo election. Are our elections truly reflecting the will of the people or is there more wonk to be done? Get all the insights in this week’s edition here: bit.ly/4dHASHi #TheBallot