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DISENFRANCHISEMENT BY LOCATION: AN ANALYSIS OF INSTITUTIONS AND STRUCTURES
By
CHISOM JOHN, O.
ogbonniachisom@yahoo.com
Februrary 11th 2019
In a few days, the most populous black Country in the world would head to the polls to decide the path of their future for the next four years and beyond.
Nigeria and Nigerians rewrote the history books during the 2015 general elections as a sitting President was ousted from Office for the first time in the history of the country’s fragile democracy. With a much more fragile democracy and weakened democratic institutions post 2015, the 2019 elections cannot be any more pertinent.
The most controversial decision of the 2015 general election was the Six weeks’ postponement of the General Elections by INEC (Independent National Electoral Commission) under the guise of ‘security reasons’. This decision flared up the polity and was considered by the then opposition party the APC (All Progressives Congress) to be a last ditch attempt by the Goodluck Jonathan Administration to manipulate the election, stretch the campaign finances of their party (APC) and submerge the will of the Nigerian people. As ‘politically motivated’ and controversial the decision of INEC may be at that time, painfully so, it was a step in the right direction as the issue of ‘disenfranchisement’ due to security challenges is a threat to a free fair and credible election in itself and as such, should not be overlooked except of course one is disinterested in credible polls. A lot of observes at that time were chasing shadows to the utter neglect of substance as regards the decision by INEC to postpone the Election. Many questions were raised and a lot answered by that sole decision: Was insecurity rife in the North East as at 2015? Yes, would that insecurity mean that by implication voters would be disenfranchised in the said region? Yes, were there genuine efforts by security agencies to tackle the situation? Yes, did the security agencies gain positive grounds against insurgents in the specified weeks? Yes, former President HE Goodluck Ebele Jonathan visited a once regarded stronghold of the insurgents Bama himself. Did this Lead to voter confidence and increased participation in the North East? Absolutely YES.
Elections are key in any democratic setting and the ability for citizens to exercise their franchise unconstrained, a prerequisite for any election to be considered free fair and credible. This work looks at how the actions and inactions of the security agencies in the State and INEC would inadvertently lead to disenfranchisement as a result of the location of electorates in the 2019 general election.
The security situation of the country is worrisome and cataclysmic to say the least. According to Amnesty International Report 2017/18: the state of the world’s human right “there remained at least 1.7 million Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in the North Eastern States of Borno, Yobe and Adamawa; 39% lived in camps or similar settings and 61% in host communities”. Also in an Amnesty International Nigeria Publication titled ‘Harvest of Death: Three years of Bloody clashes between farmers and Herders in Nigeria’, the total number of people killed from January 2016- October 2018 in the select States (22 States, FCT inclusive) affected by the Farmers Vs Herders Clashes alone was three thousand six hundred and fourty one (3641) persons “Benue 726 deaths, Adamawa 540, Plateau 492, Zamfara 489, Taraba 453, Kaduna 414, Nasarawa 196, Enugu 46…” among others. The Boko Haram menace has intensified over the past year and a new deadlier faction ISWAP (Islamic State West Africa Province) has emerged in the decade long battle. In an article titled ‘Islamic State seeking next chapter, makes inroads into West Africa’ by Joe Parkinson and Drew Hinshaw published on the 3rd of February 2019 on Wall Street Journal it estimated that ISWAP has the Strength of About five thousand (5000) men and “seasoned fighters from Libya and the Middle East have returned to augment ISWAP ranks”.
From the foregoing, it can be noted that the security situation is bleak, the military is overstretched by the increasing guerrilla warfare across states in the North and with the recent reports of people fleeing the menace of armed bandits in Zamfara State to Katsina and to border countries (Chad and Niger) any talk of positives from the current situation have been dealt a heavy blow. Due to the debacle, disenfranchisement of citizens in the affected states would be rife as the fear for lives and properties would overwhelm the zeal to exercise ones’ franchise and therefore lead to political apathy on the one hand and the massive movement of people due to violence or the fear of it (typically plaguing Nigeria elections) on the other hand would contribute to a situation whereby eligible voters are unable to express themselves in the polls.
INEC (Independent National Electoral Commission) for all its ‘Laudable’ effort in some states have been unable to satisfactorily distribute PVCs (Permanent Voters Card) in others. This particular problem has continued to plague elections and become a reoccurring experience for electorates who admittedly would find it easier “crossing the Mediterranean Sea to Europe than getting their PVC”. The deplorable experience of some voters begs the questions: What Lessons did INEC learn from the 2015 exercise? What strategic plan was put in place to ameliorate the PVC distribution problems? How and at what level is the implementation of the said plan? A society that fails to plan lacks vision and mission (a chart Nigeria should rank top worldwide). While those questions are yet unanswered, the continuous postponement of the deadline day for PVC collection is an indicator of what line the answers would tilt towards regarding the questions. Geroge Edem described his attempts to collect his PVC in Lagos state as futile and frustrating. In his words “INEC do not have a permanent location just mere transit camps as they stay at private and public school premises and my PVC transfer request till this day has not be met. My right to vote has been trampled on”. In another interview, Utazi John also expressed his displeasure with INEC, “I registered for PVC in June 2017 at Nsukka LGA of Enugu State. The day I went for collection of PVC I was given a contact to call. I called and the man directed that I submit my TVC for easy location of my PVC. Till this day I have not been able to get my PVC and TVC. I have been disenfranchised and my fundamental rights denied. No thanks to INEC”. On a more positive outlook, Mr Abubakar stated unequivocally that he did not face any challenges in the collection of his PVC he said “I registered at Tunga Maje, Abuja in 2011 and I did transfer of PVC to Bwari area of Abuja as at October 2018 and was able to successfully collect my PVC by January 2019”. It would be a big plus if INEC could adopt the processes for PVC collection that worked seamlessly in some states to others or adjust the PVC collection procedure to suit the circumstances of different states as they arise.
On the issue of PVC transfer, the publicity of the process is below par. Already existing voters can only cast their votes in their wards of registration and any desire to cast a vote elsewhere can only be possible after a PVC transfer is done. In the words of Albert Einstein “A clever person solves a problem, a wise person avoids it”. The issue of PVC transfer in particular is needless and should have been avoided in the first instance with a PVC that is not location bound thereby making it useable wherever one may find oneself.
No country in the world can boast of a 100% foolproof electoral process not even the United States of America (with recent accusations of Russia meddling in their election) therefore it would be unfair to demand a 100% foolproof electoral process from INEC and even worse, not to demand for the basics of freedom and ease to exercise ones’ right to vote.

joideviv:
First to comment, waiting for it to make front page.

This sale of a thing needs more attention than Buhari travels.

I cannot agree more

SALE OF NATIONAL ASSETS: A CRY FOR SINCERITY.

BY

Chisom, J. Suso
nairaland handle: cheesome



As one of the teeming young scholars of the 21st century and at same time a concerned citizen of the great country Nigeria, I have so eagerly followed the Draconian democracy or rather the ‘Draconian democratic touch’ which the APC have adopted more towards power consolidation than economic stability, prosperity and national unity.

The battle against corruption- one of the biggest threat (tribalism still holds its sway and swagger) to the entity Nigeria has been a theme for protagonists of the present administration to rock the boats of the common man and fill the society with hope. However, both the corrupt and the corrupted still go unpunished as the situation has degenerated into one of hysterical melodrama that lacks any true conviction.

The issue of economic recession cannot be overlooked as the damning consequences not only leave the Nigerian economy in shambles but penetrates deeper into the very homes of the common man. The issues of job loss, salary cuts, unemployment, expenditure cuts, hunger and strife have become commonplace amongst many. As one still struggles to grapple with the harsh economic reality and financial incapacitation it leaves, in a typical Nigerian fashion, another issue that has perturbed Nigerians reared its ugly head - The sale of National Assets.

The National Economic Council more recently supported the proposal by the Federal Government to sell off some National Assets of which their importance cannot be overemphasized. According to policy makers, the sale of such assets would provide the government with funds to fulfil budgetary obligations and move the economy out of recession that is, a move to save the economy.

In an article tagged “Recession” written on the 23rd of September 2016 by Samson Mikel and posted on the social media platform Facebook, the author aptly noted that the sale of national assets would boost the economic situation in Nigeria if the proceeds from sales are channelled into meaningful sectors of the economy on the basis of rationality. He also noted unequivocally that the sale of assets is to the benefit of the 'haves' as they would acquire more and the 'have nots' would be deprived more.

Also, in an article on the Business Day Newspaper on Tuesday 27th September 2016 titled “Needless controversy over Sale of National Assets” by Mazi Sam Ohuabunwa the Chairman for African Centre for Business Development Strategy Innovation (ACBDSI), he noted that the government cannot sit idle and hope as Nigeria slips from recession to depression or continue to blame the past administration. He likened the situation to that of a family when he stated that “I will prefer to leave my children with little or no debts by realizing some of my assets to sort out current problems." He also emphasized that Nigeria “gained yearly national budget sums that were being wasted in running moribund and inefficient assets” from previous sales of Nigerian Airways, NITEL and PHCN.

The opinions of the former and the latter above can be seen as worlds apart both driving home salient points but that of the former, even more important. One cannot agree more that the sale of national assets would benefit the ruling class or as Professor Ofuebe would put it, the “choping elites” to the neglect of the common man. One need not be taken aback as to how the proposed asset sales is garnering support from the political elites and their cohorts.

In a conversation with a concerned citizen, Vincent Chimere, he stated that the proposed sale of national assets should be carried out in such a way that key national assets (NLNG) should be sold on the floor of the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) as government bonds in such a way that the common man can invest in and have a stake in their common wealth thereby, not limiting such assets to the elite class.

At a time like this when the average Nigerian can barely afford a meal a day; as commodities as basic as food are sky rocketing in terms of their prices, the demands on the part of the electorates for sincerity by the government on matters of public concern like the sale of National Assets is a no brainer and cannot be seen as a privilege but as a civic right one is entitled to.

At 54 Nigeria was under the Goodluck Jonathan Administrtion, at 55 Nigerians made a choice for a change. 2015 was seen as the year of turbulence or what I call the "Nigerian apocalypse" due to the fact that it was the year of elections which is usually accompanied by our traditional post election violence. The world lost hope in us but we kept on believing. We showed them the part of us that has erstwhile been non existent, we showed unity, we showed peace and above all we showed Love. All these was sufficient enough to see a successful transition of government that made Nigerians record breakers! The first time an incumbent President lost his bid for reelection, the first time Nigeria ever had a realistic opposition party to the PDP and all whatnot. All these led to a change in the governing party from the PDP to the APC. With a new administration in power, Nigerians feel rejuvenated by the devotedness of the new regime towards its anti corruption campaign and insecurity. With the recent probe of the Senate President Bukola Saraki on the grounds of falsification of his declared assets, Nigerian politicians all got the fever that it would no longer be business as usual.

However, judging from the pattern of the anti corruption charge, one is tempted to notice the witch hunting nature of it. Nonetheless, it is a necessity to strike fear in the mind of political thieves and their cohorts, it is a bold step towards making public fund a less attractive way for public office holders to enrich themselves, its a bold step towards tackling the menace of corruption that has ravaged this country and its own economy.

We are winning the war on terror as #operationlafiyadoyle has so far proved to be effective as whatever is left of the boko haram sect has been proven to be pockets of resistance and people in Northern part of Nigeria go about their legitimate businesses without fear.

The power sectors has rapidly improved as it has been reported in some quarters that light stays on uninterrupted for up to 24 hours.

In spite of all these, a lot still needs to be done to put Nigeria where it is supposed to be, to put a nation so blessed with natural resources at the top of the food chain of great nations in Africa and beyond.

However, Nigerians can hold their heads up high knowing that we are making progress and we show more interest in matters that affect us the most in recent times than in the past.

Today Nigeria is 55 and we all have a reason to celebrate and to also reflect on the progress made by our prophets of 'change'and expect a genuine "breathe of fresh air" in our great State.

Say no to terrorism
#operationlafiyaDoyle
Happy independence day Nigeria
Long Live the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

By: Cheesome

NIGERIA AT 54: THE JOURNEY SO FAR

Written by: Chiso John


Today, Nigeria turns 54 and celebrations are rife all over the place but to be honest, there is little or nothing worthy of note to be celebrated. As a country, Nigeria is torn between thick lines of ethno-religious differences which has in most cases led to conflicts across the 36 states of the federation and some scholars rightly noted that Nigeria comprises three nations - Yoruba, Igbo and Hausa in a nation/country.
Since the birth of the country in 1960, Nigeria's greatest enemy has been corruption and tribalism as both continue to eat deep into the very fabric of the society.
However, in recent times, the Boko Haram insurgency (more active in the North Eastern part of the country) and the Ebola Virus Disease(EVD) also called the Ebola Hemorrhagic Fever has brought about more challenges to the government. On one hand, there has been frantic efforts in recent times by the Nigerian Army to contain the Boko Haram Sect which has yielded positive results in recent weeks, on the other hand, take nothing away from the Federal Government as Nigeria stood strong to contain the Ebola Hemorrhagic Fever and the words Surveillance, quarantine, Isolation etc has become commonplace usages on social networks, media houses and amongst Nigerians in general.
The Ebola Hemorrhagic Fever can be likened to corruption in Nigeria. They both are contagious and leave a devastating effect on the society. However, unlike the EVD, corruption has not been contained and neither has it been isolated as time after time more Nigerians dabble in it. Corruption is a threat to our own democracy and value system but nothing tangible is ongoing to contain it as most cases of corrupt practices by public officials and citizens has gone unreported and some other cases celebrated. Nigerians now see public office as a means to quick money or what I call " bogus political rush". Political manifestoes though mellifluous has been described by Professor Ofuebe as "hollow ritual". The term " dividends of democracy" has been completely rebranded due to the chaotic democratic system in practice in Nigeria.
In spite of all the aforementioned, Nigeria as a nation has thrived economically this has however been disputed as some observers argue that the economic development attained by Nigeria is only viable "on paper".
Though the shadows of our past as a nation haunts us, dwelling on the past would be a quite risky thing to do. Today is not a day to look back on our past mistakes, its one to look forward to the solutions to the problems that impedes this nation from greatness.
Happy Independence day.
Long Live the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

IMO Mikel Obi doesnt even deserve to make the shortlist
of the prestigious CAF award, the fact that he did
remains a mystery. Mikel has not been himself since
2005, dashed alot of hopes as he plumetted in the
game. Mikel should take solace in the fact that CAF
recognised his effort to rejuvenate himself. Talking about
Drogba, im sure Drogba himself know he shouldn't be
on the list, he was just honored as one of the football
king of our time...
YAYA TOURE most definately deserved what he got, you
knw what he got right? Well incase you dont know...
YAYA TOURE IS AND DESERVES TO BE THE AFRICAN
FOOTBALLER OF THE YEAR...THANK YOU FOR PUTTING
AFRICA ON THE FOOTBALLING MAP YAYA!

kanye west - jesus walks
lara george - ko le baje
Two women of faith songs

Iyfe Namikaze: SKIPPER: Kowasky! status report

KOWASKY: Sir.. some people are complaining about high security issues.

SKIPPER: RICO! we will be needing a SOTA suveillance drone to curb the security issues ASAP

*RICO regurgitates a SOTA surveillance drone and hands it to SKIPPER*

SKIPPER: PRIVATE! give me feedback on the situation on ground

PRIVATE: uhmmm... SKIPPER i think these people are confused.. sir.

SKIPPER: ellaborate.

PRIVATE: they are askng how the drone would put food on their table and how it will fix the bad roads.

SKIPPER: Now boys this is what happens when you dont know what you want and you let bigotism to take over ya head.

penguins of madagascar...LMAO
Wel to d topic, this is a good and welcom development, thumbs up To Da Air force

[quote author=joeluv]Thats good, he is busy wanting to probe and suffocate the VC that is doing so much. Went around the school today and was amazed by the level of development. Building spring up everywer, hostel renovation., Why shld the chairman be against such a working VC..Naija sef.. whn u work na problem[/quote
we hav more proposed sites than actual bulidings in dat skul u went arund...U can go arund again, dis tym objectively.

As we al knw, one of the Greatest african Leader, permit me to say the greatest world leader, Nelson Mandela was laid to rest yesterday at his home town in Qunu South Africa, i neva got to meet him in person but ive known bout him 4 ages thru books and some hearsay, he was an inspiration to me and in one word id simply call him "unique"..a uinque man, born in a unique generation, with a unique vision, a unique sense of humor, a unique Ledarship ability, a unique charisma. I can go on and on describing jst how unique i think Nelson Mandela is, he was not jst one of a kind, he was d only one. Ive neva seen or met anyone wit such a forgiving heart, he was indeed a unique personality..He had a vision and absolutely nothin culd stop him frm achieving that. South Africa can live in peace and harmony because of d efforts of one man, a man hu gave his all for his people, he lived for others to hav a bettr life, a long walk to freedom indeed. To me, i think these ar his most inspirational quotes eva because it not jst inspire me wen i rememba it, it spurs me on in wateva i do..." courage is not the absence of fear, but
the triumph over it. The brave man is not he who does
not feel afraid, but he who conquers that fear"..." There is no passion to be found playing small - in
settling for a life that is less than the one you are
capable of living"...."No one is born hating another person because of the color of his skin or his background or his religion. People learn to hate and if they can learn to hate, they can be taught to Love because love comes more naturally to the human heart than its opposite"....I Thank u Madiba for Living for others, thank u for ur magnanimity, thank u for inspiring others, thank u 4 settin a good example to world leaders. South Afirca is free today because of u, leaders of d world have conscience because of u, you ar finally free madiba.
RIP MADIBA
By: chiso


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sorry bout d shorthand writin format Nlders

big joke OP, big joke

Patiently waiting for your updates Sir wasak

Kano
Enugu
PH

Zellie: [color=crimson]I Just LOVE BurnaBoy. His style of Music is unique, unlike others who can use exactly the same beat for all the songs in an album[/color]

eg ice prince aboki and vip

i tot it was nly me dat noticed dat mi and Lamar look soo much alike

Always a RED....Raheem sterling work on ur finishes and oh,ur birthday is tomoro, ud b 19yrs ba? HBD!
YNWA!

hehehahahahaha...jst like d "igbati" rythme of d song, Lol...

Miley cyrus trolled!

saw it on aljazeera fbk page RIP mandela

Wale jst had a radio interview wit toolz on beat fm 99.9

Foreign: Eva Longoria
Local: Eva Alordiah

"if u dey find trouble i dey my estate"...like really?
To me most of ice prince's rap ar lame esp that "I swear"...D yeye french montana kuku spoil d track finish, though i must admit d beat by chopstix make sense, in oda news...
Burna Boy - yawa dey
wiz kid ft wale - Drop
2face - ihe na eme
P-square - personally
kcee ft wizkid - pullova (complete nd absolute trash)
DJ xclusive - no time
Phyno ft olamide - ghost mode
Dbanj - dont tel me nonsense
timaya - ekoloma demba
May D - get down
And of cos all Sean Tizzle songs

nice write up i must say

A man dies u mourn 4 Seven dayz thereby puttin d future of Nigerian students in jeopardy? what brought me to this hell on earth called NIGERIA?...
wel Y'all can kip mournin, all ye ASUU, D trauma uve put us thru i sincerely hope u witness d same tin...d mournin iz jst beginin

Soto - onye egwu
Soto ft realtalk - sticks and stones
Sound Sultan - Natural Something
Burna Boy - Run my Race
Rayce - Jack Sparrow
Emeka - Beautiful Day
Dpzle ft Rayce - The coup
Timaya - Ukwu
Timaya - Ekoloma demba
Starboy ft wizkid and LAX - caro

I still dunno Y delinquent citizens think that with just money our universities would compete with others in d world...No doubt money can get varsities standard equipment 4 Learning but money cannot buy wisdom, sorry to say this but i dont think we hav standard lecturers in our universities, as we al knw our clown lecturers teach wit notes written ages ago with little or no addition to meet d changes of d present age nd time, i personally have a lecturer dat just reads textbooks(not even published by him) to us during lectures, our education system is rotten nd our university lecturers ar guilty 4 ova 60% rot in d system.....As 4 ASUU tryna protest to create public awareness we already knw u need d money to line ur pockets and that of ur cohort and we aint need to b enlightened by ur protest, how bout u guyz jst sit out d mess uve caused already, i mean we dat ar on d recieving end(students) ar seated @ our various homes..As 4 our yeye police force, i support una.More crackdown on ASUU protest!

VACANCY FOR THE POSITION OF UNIVERSITY LIBRARIAN
(ADVERT REFERENCE: UNP/SSR.37/4/LIB)

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the position of University Librarian, University of Nigeria, Nsukka.

The Position

The University Librarian is a Principal Officer in the University, and is responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the administration of the University of Nigeria Library system which:

• houses a rich collection of over a million volumes of books and journals titles in addition to inestimable volumes of online information resources and databases (i.e. e-book, e-journals etc.);
• has an Institutional Repository (IR) of the University’s theses, dissertations and staff publications;
• has an Online Public Access Catalogue and Online Library Catalogue that provide access to information resources that are internally and remotely located;
• provides consultancy services to staff and students in different faculties and departments of the University;
• coordinates all the library activities in the University system; and
• plays critical roles in implementing the vision and mission of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka.

The University Librarian is also responsible for the coordination of library services in the University and its campuses, l colleges, faculties, schools, departments, institutes and other teaching or research units.

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Candidate for the post of the University Librarian must possess good honours degree plus professional qualification in librarianship. Ph.D in Library and Information Science and membership of a relevant professional body will be an advantage.

Candidate must also show evidence of considerable scholarship and thorough understanding of the applications of new technologies to library operations and services. Computer literacy and application of ICT in library services is an essential requirement.

In addition, candidate must show sufficient evidence of contribution to knowledge through research and scholarly publications in reputable, peer-reviewed and refereed journals within and outside Nigeria; competence in job planning, organization and highly visionary and strategic thinking; strong team building ability; and good leadership and interpersonal skills.

Candidate must have a minimum of fifteen (15) years of cognate experience in an academic/research library. At least ten (10) of the fifteen years must have been at top leadership position in a recognized University and must have served as Deputy Librarian for at least five (5) years.

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SAS- Suarez ati Sturridge
SAS- Sturridge and Suarez
Anyhow u wanna put it, u owe dem a goal each
match...YNWA!

With patriotic Nigerians celebratin d
independence of our beloved nation today in
different ways, we ask ourselves pertinent
questions Like...is it safe enough to celebrate
with the insecurity issues in Nigeria (some
people feel a lot more comfortable when they
call it the insecurity issue in north eastern
Nigeria well it is glaring that the insecurity issue
is wrecking the nation as a whole)?, ar we not
supppsed to be in school celebrating?, why are
we celebrating?, what is it that this nation has
achieved that is worthy to be celebrated?...With
all sorts of social vices tearing the country
apart; terrorism, militancy, the on going strike
by both ASUU and ASUP, yet in a presidential
media chat Mr president said "education is key"
thereby Leavin Nigerian students who have sat
at home for three months and counting to
ponder how key it is he claims education is.
Need I mention corruption which has become
common place in Nigeria with individuals even in
the Lowest political office only interested in
Looting billions for themselves and their
generations. Did i state the fact that the country
is riddled with erratic power supply?( there is
no light in my area as i currently speak). The
increasing rate of unemployment in our nation
as much graduates chase fewer jobs...We can go
on and on stating the problems of this country
but interesting enough, inspite of all the
problems Nigeria still boasts of some successes
Like an increase in its GDP, a major nation that
champions peace keeping operations in Africa,
improvement in its quality of Life( standard of
Living), revival of the agricultural sector of the
economy. Be that as it may, its safe to say that
Nigeria is a troubled nation @ 53
However, i still think Nigerians can afford a litte
celebration of our beloved nation @ 53
( suffering and smiling) so i would Just say...
HAPPY INDEPENDENCE
LONG LIVE THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA

NLers, what kinda postive change do u wanna c in Nigeria henceforth?

na wetin b dis..? if d pipo of okija al hav dat kinda red backyard, okija juju shuld remain in jail for choppin national moi-moi alone

Mnewton: God knows best....REVOLUTION

seconded