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Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State has been approved by Nigeria's All Progressives Congress to run for a second term in 2027. Party leaders praised his commitment to governance and development across the state.
Christians, Muslims, and traditional worshippers gathered together in Lagos to pray for peace during Nigeria's 2027 elections. The interfaith event brought together thousands of residents committed to violence-free democracy.
Nigerian presidential candidates from multiple parties signed a historic peace accord Tuesday, committing to peaceful campaigns as the 2027 election season officially begins Wednesday. The agreement brings together rivals including President Tinubu's party, Peter Obi, and Omoyele Sowore under a pledge to keep democracy violence-free.
A new online tool will hold Nigerian politicians accountable for their healthcare promises ahead of 2027 elections. The Health Manifesto Tracker lets citizens check whether candidates deliver on commitments to improve the country's struggling health system.
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South Africa's election commission is taking on AI-generated misinformation with new tech tools and social media partnerships ahead of the 2026 local elections. The proactive approach aims to protect voters from fake websites and deepfakes while making registration easier than ever.
European election monitors have dismissed fraud rumors in Colombia's presidential race, praising the country for running a peaceful, orderly election despite political tensions. The findings offer reassurance as Colombia heads to a runoff vote later this month.
More than 50 million Ethiopians have signed up to vote in the country's upcoming election, marking the highest turnout ever for voter registration. The massive participation signals growing confidence in democracy as the nation prepares for its seventh general election on June 1, 2026.
After 17 years away from his country, Tarique Rahman has won a landslide election victory in Bangladesh's first democratic vote since a 2024 uprising ended authoritarian rule. International observers called the election "credible" as voters also approved sweeping reforms to prevent future one-party control.
Millions of Bangladeshis lined up for their first real election in nearly two decades, with voters describing the experience as feeling like a festival. After 15 years of rigged elections under an autocratic regime, citizens finally got to cast ballots that actually count. ##
After massive public pressure, Nigeria's Senate reversed course and approved real-time electronic transmission of election results. The move aims to restore trust in a democracy where voter turnout recently hit historic lows. #
After nearly four decades, students in Karnataka can finally elect their own college representatives again. The state government ended a ban dating back to 1989, giving young people a voice in campus decisions while keeping political parties out of student elections. #
In a historic first for Ekiti State, 13 political parties signed a peace agreement ahead of the June 20 governorship election. The unprecedented calm marking this election cycle shows how far the region has come in 30 years.
A Nigerian state just held a governorship election that was largely peaceful and transparent, offering hope that the country can move past violent, chaotic voting. Citizens, election officials, and security forces proved democracy doesn't have to mean bloodshed.
In a rare show of democratic maturity, losing gubernatorial candidate Bola Oyebamiji gracefully conceded defeat and congratulated his opponent two weeks after Nigeria's Osun State election. His call for peace and unity offers hope after violence marred the electoral process.
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France's far-right National Rally lost in every major city in nationwide elections, giving hope to mainstream parties one year before presidential elections. The defeats in target cities like Marseille showed voters choosing unity over extremism.
A new citizen-led platform lets Nigerian voters upload and verify election results in real time, bringing transparency to a process that once took days. E Don Kast is turning smartphone photos into instant accountability.
Haiti is preparing to hold its first presidential elections since 2021, with a $120 million budget secured and voting planned before year's end. New security operations are helping Haitian forces reclaim key areas of Port-au-Prince from armed gangs for the first time in months.
A Nigerian democracy watchdog celebrates 16 years of getting citizens involved in government, with big plans for the 2027 elections. Their work has already brought clean water to communities and connected thousands of young Nigerians with their elected leaders.
Sky watchers have a double treat ahead: 2027 will bring both a dramatic "ring of fire" eclipse and one of the longest total solar eclipses of the century, each offering spectacular views across multiple continents.
After a deadly 2024 uprising ended authoritarian rule, Bangladesh's newly elected parliament convened this week with leaders pledging unity and democratic reform. The historic session marks a fresh start for 170 million people after months of turmoil.
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