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JUST IN: GOMEP To FG, Address The Underlying Challenges Facing Nigeria Armed Forces

  JUST IN: GOMEP To FG, Address The Underlying Challenges Facing Nigeria Armed Forces The Guild Of Online Media Editors And Publishers (GOMEP) Nigeria has charged the Federal  Government of Nigeria to prioritise the welfare of  the Nigeria Armed Forces with absolute transparency and accountability, so as to meet the yearnings and aspirations of the personnel and secure the country from the challenges of insecurity. This comes as Nigeria marks this year's Armed Forces Remembrance Day, a day set aside to honor the nation's fallen heroes and veterans who have sacrificed for the peace and security of the country.  According to GOMEP, the call was timely, considering the numerous challenges facing the Nigerian armed forces, including inadequate funding, poor equipment, and lack of transparency and accountability in the management of resources of the agencies within the armed forces. The group stated that improved personnel welfare is very crucial, given the sacrifices ma...

Building a New Democracy in Nigeria: A Future-Focused Paradigm

  Building a New Democracy in Nigeria: A Future-Focused Paradigm By Dr Ojoachele Felix Akor  Center For Social Justice And National Integration (CSJANI) Nigeria, a nation beset by the vicissitudes of democratic governance, stands at the cusp of a transformative era. As the country navigates the complexities of modern statecraft, it is imperative to conceptualize a new democracy that is inclusive, accountable, and innovative. This necessitates a paradigmatic shift in the country's governance architecture, one that prioritizes the empowerment of citizens, the promotion of social justice, and the entrenchment of transparency and accountability. The foundations of a new democracy in Nigeria must be anchored on the principles of constitutionalism, electoral integrity, and judicial independence. A robust and inclusive constitution, crafted through a participatory and inclusive process, must provide the framework for governance, ensuring that the rights and aspirations of all citizen...