Election

The use of social media has become a defining feature in Nigeria’s electoral politics. We spoke to Dr. Tobi Oluwatola, executive director of the Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development (CJID), about the impact this has had on the election process and what to look out for in 2023.

Nigeria is approaching its seventh consecutive election since the return to democracy in 1999, marking 24 years of uninterrupted democratic rule. This is the longest such period in the country’s history and reason to celebrate. Times are turbulent, however. With social and economic challenges mounting, many young Nigerians are determined to have their say in the country’s future.

Rinu Oduala, also known as Savvy Rinu, has become a popular figure for her active participation in the nationwide #EndSARS protests. We spoke to Rinu about the legacy of the protests and her views on the future of Nigeria's politics.

Nigeria's Independent National Electoral Commission recorded record high new voter registrations among young people. Has this the potential for the elections to become remembered as #EndSARSReloaded? 

The 'Not Too Young to Run' Act was signed into law in 2018. How has this expanded opportunities for young people seeking political office in Nigeria? Mark Amaza provides his insights on the issue and an outlook for the coming general elections.

Many young Nigerians view this election as their chance to have a major say in the country’s complicated politics, and to push the reset button. But the echoes of the past sound loud.