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EU-SDGN has launched the Pre-Election Assessment Report on the 2026 Ekiti State Governorship Election ahead of the 20 June poll. The report examines key issues shaping the electoral environment, including electoral preparedness, security, media, voter participation, inclusion, and the broader democratic context in Ekiti State. Developed by the civil society consortium under the EU-SDGN programme, the report provides insights and recommendations to support peaceful, credible and inclusive elections. Read the full report eusdgn.org/ekiti-state-of… #EUinNigeria #EU4DemocracyNG

Ahead of the Ekiti State governorship election scheduled for 20 June, candidates of 13 political parties, alongside their party chairmen, signed a peace accord in Ado-Ekiti, the state capital, to promote credible and violence-free polls. The National Peace Committee (NPC), with support from the European Union through our programme, EU-SDGN, facilitated the signing of the peace accord to reinforce a peaceful and credible electoral process. As we witnessed the candidates commit to peace, we are hopeful that this public display of political accommodation and tolerance will reflect in the conduct of their supporters, helping to prevent violence during and after voting. We remain committed to supporting and promoting peaceful elections in Nigeria because we believe in a free, fair, credible, and peaceful process that strengthens democracy through the ballot. We are proud to be part of this important democratic milestone in Ekiti State and Nigeria as a whole. #EUinNigeria #EU4DemocracyNG

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At our recently concluded engagement with political parties' officials, representatives of Nigeria's electoral umpire, and other election stakeholders, participants underscored the importance of strengthening transparency and adherence to established guidelines within the electoral process. Click to watch. #EUinNigeria #EU4DemocracyNG

Effective electoral systems are strengthened not only through legal frameworks but through sustained collaboration, institutional coordination, and a shared commitment to transparency and accountability. We held a technical engagement that brought together political party officials and representatives of Nigeria’s electoral umpire to deliberate on the Electoral Act 2026 and revised electoral guidelines, with a focus on strengthening compliance, reporting, and oversight systems. #EUinNigeria #EU4DemocracyNG

As preparations continue ahead of the 2026 Ekiti Governorship Election, the National Peace Committee supported by the @EUinNigeria through its @EU_SDGN programme will convene political stakeholders, institutions, and citizens for the Signing of the Peace Accord in support of peaceful, credible, and violence-free elections in Ekiti State. 📅 Thursday, May 21, 2026 🕙 10:00 AM Choose Peace. Protect Democracy. #EU4DemocracyNG #EUinNigeria

EU-SDGN, in collaboration with partners, welcomes INEC officials and political party representatives to Lagos for a three-day capacity-building workshop focused on: • Understanding regulatory requirements • Addressing compliance challenges • Promoting transparency and accountability in Nigeria’s electoral process #EUinNigeria #EU4DemocracyNG

Strong electoral processes are shaped not only by legal frameworks, but also by effective implementation, institutional coordination, and public trust. Ahead of the 2027 general elections, and in collaboration with our partners at the UK’s Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD), efforts are ongoing to support political parties and Nigeria’s electoral umpire in strengthening reporting, compliance, and oversight systems. The continued advancement of democratic processes depends on transparency, consistency, and sustained commitment to institutional best practices. #EUinNigeria #EU4DemocracyNG

Ahead of the Ekiti State governorship election, we’re shaking up voter education. Every electorate counts, no exceptions. Our strategy? Arm grassroots women and male allies with the tools to spread voter knowledge through trusted community networks. It’s bold, it’s local, and it sticks, delivering sharp, repeated, culturally grounded messages that cut through the noise, spark real understanding, and drive lasting change where it matters most. #EUinNigeria #EU4DemocracyNG

The safety of journalists is a pillar of democracy. Ahead of the Ekiti and Osun off-cycle elections, our programme is intensifying efforts to strengthen media protection through stakeholder engagement and dialogue. The focus is on documented attacks against journalists, addressing accountability gaps, and reinforcing safer working conditions. The approach is practical, collaborative, and aimed at strengthening the safeguards needed to protect press freedom where it matters most. #EUinNigeria #EU4DemocracyNG

We convened senior media leaders at the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria for a high-level session focused on turning editorial pledges into practical newsroom strategies. This engagement is part of our commitment aimed at strengthening editorial integrity, enhancing fact-checking systems, advancing inclusive and accurate voter education, and equipping newsrooms to better navigate misinformation and deliver credible electoral coverage. #EUinNigeria #EU4DemocracyNG

Today, we recognise the people who keep Nigeria moving. From those shaping institutions to those working within communities, every effort matters. Every contribution counts. Through the EU Support to Democratic Governance in Nigeria programme, the European Union continues to support systems that value participation, strengthen accountability, and create space for citizens to be heard. Because strong democracies are built by people. And sustained by their work. Happy Workers’ Day. #EUinNigeria #EU4DemocracyNG

Join us live on air! Discover how the National Peace Committee is strengthening early warning systems and driving preventive action for peaceful elections in Osun State. #EUSDGN #EU4DemocracyNG

Early warning and strong stakeholder coordination remain key to peaceful and credible elections in Osun State. Across Osun East (Ile-Ife) and Osun West (Ede), we convened a Stakeholders’ Validation Forum to review the Political, Social, and Security Context Analysis and Compliance Assessment Report ahead of the 15 August 2026 Governorship Election. We engaged INEC, security agencies, parties, CSOs, and leaders to validate risks and strengthen preparedness for a peaceful, inclusive election. #EUSDGN #EU4DemocracyNG

The conversation continues on Ekiti State Television. Join us as we deepen the discussion on voter education, accountability, and building trust in the electoral process. Be engaged, ask questions, and take your place in shaping credible elections. #EUSDGN #EU4DemocracyNG

Tune in to Progress FM as we spark important conversations on electoral integrity in Ekiti. Learn more about voter education, accountability, and how you can play a role in credible elections. Don't miss it! #EUSDGN #EU4DemocracyNG

We’re live on Peoples FM as part of our targeted media engagement to advance electoral integrity in Ekiti, amplifying voter education, accountability, and public trust in the electoral process. Tune in, stay informed, and be part of building a stronger democracy. #EUSDGN #EU4DemocracyNG

What the media reports shapes what voters believe. In Ekiti, we are strengthening how journalists report elections, with accuracy, responsibility, and public trust at the centre. #EUinNigeria #EU4DemocracyNG

Putting women at the center of change is key to building stronger, more inclusive democracies. Through our continuous voter education initiative in Osun State, we are equipping grassroots leaders with the knowledge and tools to inform, mobilize, and inspire women across their communities. Each trained leader reaches over 200 women, contributing to a collective impact of 10,000+ women reached, amplifying voices, countering misinformation, and promoting peaceful participation. Together, we are driving a more informed, credible, and inclusive democratic process for all. #EUSDGN #EU4DemocracyNG