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Myanmar Election Enters Second Phase

Myanmar Election Enters Second Phase

January 11, 2026 2:00 am

Voters in Myanmar headed to polling stations on Sunday for the second phase of a military organised election that critics say is designed to entrench junta rule rather than restore democratic governance.

The vote comes nearly four years after the armed forces seized power in a 2021 coup, triggering a nationwide conflict that has displaced millions and left large parts of the country outside government control. International observers and rights groups have repeatedly questioned the credibility of the election, citing the absence of a genuine opposition and widespread violence.

The first round of voting, held on December 28, produced a …

Uganda Election Crackdown Deepens With Activist Arrest

Uganda Election Crackdown Deepens With Activist Arrest

December 31, 2025 2:51 am

Ugandan police have detained prominent human rights activist Sarah Bireete, authorities said Tuesday, as President Yoweri Museveni’s government intensifies actions against critics and opposition figures ahead of the January 15 general election.

Police confirmed the arrest in a statement posted on social media platform X, saying Bireete was being held in custody and would be presented in court at a later date. Officials did not disclose the charges or provide a timeline for her court appearance.

Bireete is the executive director of the Centre for Constitutional Governance and a well known lawyer who regularly appears on television and radio to …

Hong Kong Election Turnout Tested, Fire Fuels Public Anger

Hong Kong Election Turnout Tested, Fire Fuels Public Anger

December 7, 2025 2:18 am

Hong Kong residents headed to the polls on Sunday for a Legislative Council election overshadowed by the city’s deadliest fire in nearly eight decades. Officials tightened security and appealed for calm as public anger over the tragedy, which killed at least 159 people, threatened to depress turnout and deepen distrust in the government.

The vote is the latest under Hong Kong’s overhauled electoral system, which allows only China-vetted “patriots” to run for office. With opposition voices sidelined and residents still reeling from the November 26 blaze, the election has become a critical test of public sentiment and Beijing’s political grip …

Bangladesh Student Party Election Struggle Intensifies

Bangladesh Student Party Election Struggle Intensifies

December 4, 2025 3:41 am

The Bangladesh student party election struggle intensified this month as the National Citizen Party tried to convert last year’s mass protest momentum into electoral gains ahead of the February vote. The group, led by several key figures from the uprising that removed longtime leader Sheikh Hasina, is finding it difficult to build national reach, raise funds, and keep early supporters engaged.

Despite drawing huge crowds when it launched earlier this year, the party now faces entrenched competitors with long standing political machines and broad networks. Opinion surveys suggest that support for the new movement has stalled, leaving it far behind …

Tanzania Election Held Without Main Opposition Parties

Tanzania Election Held Without Main Opposition Parties

October 29, 2025 6:08 am

Tanzania held national elections on Wednesday, a vote widely expected to secure another term for President Samia Suluhu Hassan after candidates from the two largest opposition groups were blocked from running.

The polls will determine the presidency, members of the 400 seat National Assembly and leadership positions in Zanzibar, the semi autonomous islands off Tanzania’s coast.

The absence of major opposition contenders has led critics to question the fairness of the vote.

The ruling CCM party, in power since 1977, faced only minor party challengers after the electoral commission barred CHADEMA and ACT Wazalendo from the presidential race. CHADEMA was …

Electoral Dynamics Dr. Akinsemoyin’s Study On Strategy

Electoral Dynamics: Dr. Akinsemoyin’s Study On Strategy

May 27, 2024 3:19 am

In a compelling new study that could reshape our understanding of political strategy, Dr. Temitope Sule Akinsemoyin presents a meticulous examination of the 2023 Lagos Governorship Elections, showcasing her expertise in strategic management. Titled “Navigating Uncertainty: A Comprehensive Analysis of Strategic Management, Scenario Planning, and Crisis Response,” the research, presented at the renowned New York Learning Hub, New York delves deep into the strategic underpinnings that influence electoral outcomes in one of Africa’s most dynamic political arenas.

Dr. Akinsemoyin, who holds a professional master’s qualification in strategic management and leadership and has recently completed her doctoral research at the …

Ihugba's Study Lights Path For Nigeria's Election Tech

Ihugba’s Study Lights Path For Nigeria’s Election Tech

March 11, 2024 2:12 am

In an era where information is power and data directs the democratic dialogue, Mr. Anthony Chukwuemeka Ihugba’s groundbreaking research paper stands as a beacon of innovation and insight. His comprehensive study, presented with distinction at New York Learning Hub, New York, United States, meticulously dissects the role of Strategic Information Management (SIM) in the electoral processes of Nigeria, offering a blueprint for integrity and transparency in the country’s journey toward democratic maturity.

Mr. Ihugba, who helms the ICT division as Chief Information and Communication Technology Officer at the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria – Heartland FM, wields his expertise to …

Election Integrity In Nigeria A Vision By Theodora Anurukem

Election Integrity In Nigeria: A Vision By Theodora Anurukem

February 26, 2024 2:03 am

In a riveting presentation at the New York Learning Hub, Ms. Theodora Kelechi Anurukem unveiled her latest research paper, “Strategies for Preventing Election Rigging in Nigeria: A Comprehensive Approach,” shedding light on a subject of paramount importance not only to Nigeria but to democratic governance worldwide.

This seminal work, marking her fourth major contribution to the field, casts a new light on the persistent challenges undermining Nigeria’s democratic process and offers a meticulously crafted blueprint for safeguarding electoral integrity in the nation.

Ms. Anurukem, a distinguished alumna of Ambrose Ali University, Ekpoma, has further honed her expertise through advanced …

2023 Imo Guber: Impartial Assessment Of Leading Candidates

2023 Imo Guber: Impartial Assessment Of Leading Candidates

August 3, 2023 3:50 am

With the countdown to the 2023 Imo State gubernatorial election underway, the political landscape is heating up, presenting a high-stakes contest that holds significant implications for the future of the state. Five major political players, representing some of Nigeria’s most influential parties, have stepped onto the battleground, each carrying a unique blend of strengths, weaknesses, political ideologies, and developmental visions. These candidates embody the multifaceted nature of the state’s politics, reflecting the diverse socio-economic perspectives of their constituents and highlighting the dynamic range of governance models proposed for the future.

This balanced analysis provides a meticulous appraisal of these contenders, …

2023 Imo Guber: Why Governor Uzodinma Must Be Sacked

2023 Imo Guber: Why Governor Uzodinma Must Be Sacked

July 3, 2023 2:57 am

It is barely four months before Imolites head to the polls again to have a say on their political destiny. The last time they spoke in resounding terms, their choices were invalidated by judicial buccaneers in Abuja who imposed an unpopular Governor on them, but nevertheless, Imolites must fight again, this time, their mission will ultimately be to eject the beneficiary of that injustice from Douglas House.

In any democratic country around the world where democracy is practiced in the real sense of it, the power to effect change in leadership lies within the hands of the people and not …

Nigeria Needs Restructuring, Not An Imaginary Messiah

Nigeria Needs Restructuring, Not An Imaginary Messiah

March 27, 2023 2:55 am

It is safe to assume that one of the biggest reasons why Nigeria has failed to be pulled out of its current abyss is that many of its citizens have been chasing the wrong priorities. The just concluded Presidential ‘selection’ which many Nigerians opted to partake in despite several warnings not to do so, underscores this assumption. It is regrettably sad that despite the potential the country wields, she has continued to drift consistently while her citizens continue the shadow chase.

For many decades, Nigerians have continued to clamour and complain about the same things without results. Unfortunately, they have …

In Truth, Tinubu, Atiku, Obi Have Nothing To Offer Nigeria

In Truth, Tinubu, Atiku, Obi Have Nothing To Offer Nigeria

March 6, 2023 5:04 am

A fortnight ago, over 90% of the Nigerian voting electorate who went out to cast their votes in the presidential elections actually voted for the wrong persons. As awkward as this assertion will sound to Nigerians who voted for the three front-runner candidates, the truth of the matter is that none of these candidates will have offered Nigeria the drastic change she yearns for and this is something Nigerians must come to terms with if they are really desirous of quenching their problematic thirst for a Messiah. 

Only a discerning mind will fathom that all the leading candidates in the …

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