Tanzania’s political climate is growing increasingly tense ahead of its October 2025 general elections, with signs pointing toward a significant erosion of democratic values in the East African nation. The disqualification of the main opposition party, Chama Cha Demokrasia na Maendeleo (CHADEMA), has sparked national and international concern about the legitimacy and transparency of the … Read more
The Nigerian Senate has reaffirmed its support for Senate President Godswill Akpabio, passing a vote of confidence in his leadership amid a storm of controversy that has dominated the political landscape in recent weeks. The motion, spearheaded by Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele under Orders 40 and 51, was aimed at addressing the public debate surrounding … Read more
Former President Goodluck Jonathan and former Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Attahiru Jega, have expressed concern over the growing influence of political interference in the appointment of electoral commissioners. Both leaders voiced their concerns on Tuesday during a conference organized by the pro-democracy and advocacy group, Yiaga Africa, held in Abuja. The … Read more