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Earlier this week, @PLACNG convened a validation meeting on a draft Guide to Human Rights and Public Interest Litigation in Nigeria. The session brought together key stakeholders from across the legal community and civil society space, fostering rich discussions on strengthening access to justice and advancing public interest litigation. Participants carefully reviewed the draft guide, offering insightful feedback and practical recommendations to shape the final version. See highlights of the session in this video!

Nigeria’s 2027 electoral calendar reflects more than scheduling choices. Early election dates, compressed statutory timelines, and tighter operational sequencing are reshaping how parties organise, how citizens participate, and how the process is perceived. See Part 9 of @PLACNG's Electoral Act Factsheet Series on "The 2027 Electoral Calendar: Legal Timelines, Administrative Choices and Implications." A downloadable copy can be accessed here: tinyurl.com/EA-FACTSHEET-A… #Elections2027 #NigeriaDecides #Democracy #PLAC #ElectoralReform

SPOTLIGHT: Suleiman Usman, a 2021 PLAC Legislative Internship Programme (LIP) alumnus, is leading an initiative titled: “Gender-Based Violence in Gombe: Role of Gender Desk Officers & Advocates as Catalysts for Gender Mainstreaming.” The initiative, supported by @PLACNG and @EUinNigeria, strengthens the capacity of Gender Desk Officers and key stakeholders to promote gender-responsive policies and drive action against GBV in Gombe State.

SPOTLIGHT: Abubakar Ahmed, a 2022 PLAC Legislative Internship Programme (LIP) alumnus, is implementing the bilingual radio programme “Democracy Matters 1.0 / Shirin Wanzar Da Dimukuradiya 1.0,” airing on Albarka Radio 97.5 FM in Bauchi State and beyond. Supported by the PLAC Legislative Alumni Support Initiative and @EUinNigeria, the programme promotes civic education and democratic awareness, encouraging citizens to better understand governance and actively participate in the democratic process.

SPOTLIGHT: Isaac Akpose, a PLAC Legislative Internship Programme (LIP) alumnus, is implementing an initiative titled “Grassroot Legislative Watch (GLOW).” The project empowers communities in Delta and Edo States to track, engage with, and influence legislative processes and representation in the National Assembly. Implemented under the PLAC Legislative Alumni Support Initiative with support from @EUinNigeria, GLOW aims to strengthen accountability by equipping citizens with the knowledge and tools needed to actively monitor legislative activities and engage their representatives more effectively.

SPOTLIGHT: Dignity Amenaghawon, a 2024 PLAC Legislative Internship Programme (LIP) Alum, is implementing an initiative titled “Youth for Policy Advocacy and Development” with support from @PLACNG and @EUinNigeria. The initiative, implemented in Edo State, focuses on building youth leadership and advocacy skills, enhancing policy knowledge, and increasing meaningful youth participation in democratic processes. Through this initiative, participants will gain practical knowledge of legislative processes and hands-on experience in policy advocacy, empowering them to become more effective actors in governance.

“For too long, structural barriers have limited the participation of Nigerian women in leadership, despite their competence and capacity. By passing this bill, we are not only correcting a historical imbalance, but also accelerating Nigeria’s development.” — Senator Osita Ngwu (@Sen_Ositangwu), representing Enugu West Senatorial District, calling on his colleagues at the National Assembly to support the #SpecialSeatsBill. Watch this video to hear his full remarks.

Senator Victor Umeh (@SenVictorUmeh), representing Anambra Central Senatorial District, has expressed his support for the #SpecialSeatsBill! Watch the video below as he shares his thoughts and urges his colleagues in the National Assembly to support the bill.

PHOTO SPEAKS: Validation Meeting for the Guide to Human Rights and Public Interest Litigation in Nigeria Participants engaged in a plenary discussion where the draft manual was reviewed chapter by chapter, with contributions and feedback aimed at strengthening the guide.

ONGOING: Validation Meeting for a Guide to Human Rights and Public Interest Litigation in Nigeria @ClementNwankwo, Executive Director, @PLACNG delivered a presentation on the key chapters and core themes of the litigation manual.

ONGOING: Validation Meeting for a Guide to Human Rights and Public Interest Litigation in Nigeria Aisha Oseni, Programme Assistant on the project, delivered an overview of the process by which the litigation manual was developed.

ONGOING: Validation Meeting for a Guide to Human Rights and Public Interest Litigation in Nigeria Delivering a goodwill message, @chris_crizo, Governance Team Lead at @UKinNigeria, emphasized that for democracy to truly thrive, the real test lies in how institutions effectively uphold citizens’ rights on a daily basis. He expressed hope that the guide will equip lawyers and civil society advocates with the tools needed to challenge impunity and safeguard human rights. #humanrights #PLAC

ONGOING: Validation Meeting for a Guide to Human Rights and Public Interest Litigation in Nigeria The welcome remarks were delivered by @ClementNwankwo, Executive Director of @PLACNG. In his remarks, he reflected on the process that led to the development of the draft litigation manual. He also recalled the human rights litigation cases of the 1980s and 1990s, when activists and lawyers used the courts as a platform to protest and challenge the military dictatorship of that era. He noted that the objective of the meeting is to review the draft and ensure it becomes a practical and accessible guide for lawyers, civil society actors, and other stakeholders seeking to use the courts to advance human rights and public interest litigation in Nigeria. #humanrights #PLAC

The Validation Meeting for the "Guide to Human Rights and Public Interest Litigation in Nigeria" begins shortly. The meeting is intended to review and validate the draft litigation manual and to gather feedback and recommendations that will guide the finalization of the manual. The event is organized by @placng with support from @UKinNigeria.

Profound! "Supporting this bill is not a symbolic gesture., It is a strategic national decision. I have the conviction that if women are engaged in governance, a lot of [positive] initiatives will come up." - Hon. Yakubu Adamu Danmaliki, representing Burnin Kudi/Buji Federal Constituency Watch him share his support for the #SpecialSeatsBill in this video.

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Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa (@ibeokwara) , representing Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency has lent his voice in support of the #SpecialSeatsBill! Hear his thoughts in this video:

Senator Ipalibo Banigo (@HarryBanigo) has urged her colleagues in the National Assembly to vote in support of the #SpecialSeatsBill! Hear her make the call in this video: