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When the classroom goes dark, a generation’s future dims with it. Beyond the headlines, this crisis exposes a deeper question of governance, how fragile states respond when non-state actors wield power that disrupts public life.

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In Mali, all schools and universities have been suspended for two weeks following a fuel-import blockade imposed by jihadi militants. How can African states build institutions strong enough to withstand insecurity and protect the right to learn, even in times of crisis? #Africa

How can our security architecture become credible, reliable and worthy of the citizen’s trust?

Over the past eight years under the former President Muhammadu Buhari and the president Tinubu regime, more than 500 senior military officers, have been forced into retirement amidst surging insurgency and security failures. Are these shifts driven by reform, or by expedience?

Our fellow of the week is UCHE CHUKWUMEREZE we celebrate you #Leadership #Abujaschool

The wave of defections to APC, especially from opposition strongholds, raises deep concerns about the survival of credible multiparty competition and representation. How do we safeguard Nigeria’s multi party system against dominance by one party? #election #democracy

The question that begs for an answer is, Is this a plot to rig election seeing that the masses are not in support of this government?

Changes to election timelines are not just technical tweaks, they are power plays. At The Abuja School, we view this proposal with caution: If rushed, it risks undermining public consultation and fairness.

The Presidency and National Assembly is considering moving presidential and governorship elections to November 2026, about six months earlier than currently scheduled, ostensibly to conclude election litigations before May 29 handover. #democracy #Nigeria

and demand accountability. Will the new INEC chairman lead a commission that protects democracy and electoral integrity , even under pressure?

The credibility of elections lies not in the face of the umpire but in the strength of the rules and institutions behind him. As Prof Amupitan prepares to lead INEC, The Abuja School calls on all stakeholders to guard against undue influence, ensure funding independence, 👇

The appointment of Prof. Joash Amupitan as substantive INEC Chairman comes at a critical moment. The real test won’t be his credentials but his ability to resist capture and uphold electoral integrity. #INEC #Nigeria #democracy

Can Nigeria build party systems that transcend personalities and resist transactional politics? Will Nigeria be able to survive a one-party state system? Share your thoughts with us

When leaders defect en masse, what remains of political ideology and party accountability? At The Abuja School, we see these moves not just as power shifts, but tests of institutional maturity and democratic resilience.

On Tuesday October, 14, 2025  the  Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah defected from PDP to APC, alongside  members of the state executive, this signals more than party change, it questions the strength of party structures and the bridge of trust in our leaders. #Nigeria #democracy

The third session of the Fellowship on Leadership, Governance and Public Good explores how strong institutions, good governance, and the pursuit of the public good are vital for national development. #democracy #Governance #politics #Policy #Empowerment

Nigeria is courting $2.3B in new loans while spending ₦1.7T to service domestic debt. Fiscal instability isn’t just an economic issue, it’s a governance challenge. Every borrowed dollar is a promise of future accountability.

Nigeria seeks $2.3B in new loans and records ₦1.7T in domestic debt servicing in Q2 2025. The Abuja School insists that transparency and structural reform must guide every loan and budget decision. How can Nigeria ensure borrowed funds build institutions, not deepen dependency?

This conflict isn’t merely about salaries or education, it’s about institutional trust, the sanctity of dialogue, and the balance between state power and civil rights.