Rise of Nigeria's "Sceptic Tribe" Amid Electoral Trust Gap

The article delves into the emergence of the "Sceptic Tribe" in Nigeria, a group of voters who doubt the credibility of the electoral system, resulting in low voter turnout. Dr.

Sam Amadi led a panel discussion in Abuja where experts like Maje Dahiru and Gloria Ballason agreed that Nigerians lack trust in the voting process. The 2023 elections revealed a deep trust gap between citizens and the government, leading to a growing number of people who doubt the significance of their votes.

The "Sceptic Tribe" reflects a collective loss of faith in the electoral system due to broken promises, lack of transparency, and legal challenges.