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Boosting Political Participation: Bishop Kukah Centre’s Review Of Political Patties
By Abubakar Yusuf
In an effort to foster stronger political engagement, the Bishop Mathew Kukah of Sokoto Diocese Centre, the driving force behind Component III of the European Union Support to Democratic Governance in Nigeria (EU-SDGN) initiative, is orchestrating a crucial Validation session for political parties.
This session aims to thoroughly examine the initial draft report resulting from the recent Needs Assessment conducted over the past several months.
On the 8th of September 2023, the Rock View Hotel Royale in Abuja will play host to a pivotal event – the Validation Session organized by the Bishop Mathew Kukah of Sokoto Diocese Centre.
This session brings together representatives from diverse political parties who have meticulously reviewed the preliminary draft report and are prepared to offer their valuable insights.
The EU-SDGN initiative, particularly Component III, has a clear-cut mission. It strives to bolster pluralism, fortify internal democracy, and promote equity within Nigeria’s intricate political party ecosystem.
This project stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts of various partner organizations, including NDI, IRI, and fellow EU-SDGN affiliates.
As we approach September 8, 2023, anticipation builds for the Validation Session at Rock View Hotel Royale, Abuja.
This event represents a pivotal moment in Nigeria’s political landscape, with political parties coming together to shape the future of democracy, inclusivity, and equity.
The European Union Support to Political Parties (Component III) takes centre stage as a driving force behind this transformative initiative. With a focus on nurturing pluralism,
strengthening internal democratic processes, and ensuring equity within political parties, it charts a path towards a more vibrant and inclusive political arena.
This initiative stands as a testament to the power of collaboration.
Partner organizations like NDI, IRI, and fellow EU-SDGN allies join hands to steer Nigeria’s political landscape towards a brighter and more democratic future.
The Validation Session on September 8, 2023, promises to be a turning point in Nigeria’s political narrative.
By actively participating in this event, political parties demonstrate their commitment to a more inclusive, equitable, and democratic political system.
The EU-SDGN’s Component III, with its emphasis on pluralism and internal democracy, serves as a guiding light, illuminating the path towards a brighter future for Nigerian politics.
Together with dedicated partner organizations, this collaborative effort will undoubtedly leave a lasting impact on the nation’s political landscape.
US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, said on Monday that the United States was cancelling 83 per cent of programmes at the US Agency for International Development.
President Donald Trump signed an executive order in January demanding a freeze on all US foreign aid to give his administration time to assess overseas spending, with an eye to gutting programs not aligned with his “America First” agenda.
“After a six-week review we are officially cancelling 83% of the programmes at USAID,” Rubio said on social media platform X.
“The 5,200 contracts that are now cancelled spent tens of billions of dollars in ways that did not serve, (and in some cases even harmed), the core national interests of the United States,” he added.
USAID distributes US humanitarian aid around the world, with health and emergency programs in around 120 countries.
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The State Department, which oversees USAID, announced on February 26 its intention to cut 92 per cent of the agency’s program funding, identifying 5,800 grants to be eliminated.
Rubio on Monday notably thanked the Department of Government Efficiency, which billionaire Elon Musk is leading in a drive to slash costs and cut jobs across government departments.
Trump and his allies have argued that foreign assistance is wasteful and does not serve US interests.
But aid groups argue much of the assistance supports US interests by promoting stability and health overseas, and warn that cutting aid threatens the lives of vulnerable people.
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The caution note was to ensure data security and integrity.
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has advised Nigerians to modify their National Identification Number (NIN) details only through its official self-service portal.
In a statement signed by Head of Corporate Communications at NIMC, on Monday, said the caution note was to ensure data security and integrity.
The agency reassured Nigerians that its self-service portal is secure, reliable, and provides users with the convenience of updating their information from anywhere.
The commission emphasised that NIN modifications should only be done on SelfserviceModification.nimc.gov.ng, warning the public against using unauthorised websites.
It noted “The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) wishes to state that in order to ensure the security and integrity of your National Identification Number (NIN) data, modifications can only be done on the official NIMC self-service portal: Selfservicemodification.nimc.gov.ng.”
It cautioned Nigerians against attempting to modify their NIN data on third-party platforms, stressing that such actions could expose personal information to fraudsters.
“Do not attempt to modify your NIN data on any unauthorized websites, as this may compromise your personal information and put you at risk of identity theft,” the statement read.
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Highlighting the benefits of the new portal, NIMC noted that the platform ensures data integrity while allowing Nigerians to modify their details without visiting an enrollment center.
“By using the official NIMC self-service portal, you can be rest assured that your data is secure and protected. You’ll also enjoy the convenience of updating your information from anywhere, at any time,” the commission stated.
The Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday adjourned the suit filed by the Senator representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, to March 25, 2025.
The adjournment followed a submission by the respondents, who informed the court that they had not been served with the necessary documents.
Akpoti-Uduaghan had approached the Federal High Court, seeking an order restraining the Senate Committee on Ethics and Privileges from investigating her.
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Delivering a ruling on the application on March 5, 2025, the trial judge, Justice Obiora Egwuatu, barred the committee from proceeding with the probe.
Details shortly…