Okoye and Ilechukwu Advocate Active Citizenship for 2027

At a national dialogue in Abuja organized by The Change We Need Nigeria Initiative, Festus Okoye, a constitutional lawyer and former National Commissioner for Information and Voter Education at the Independent National Electoral Commission, and Dr Cosmas Ilechukwu, General Overseer of Charismatic Renewal Ministries, called for active citizenship and accountability among Nigerians ahead of the 2027 general elections. Okoye emphasized that nation-building is a collective responsibility requiring citizens to actively participate in democratic processes, protect their votes, and hold public officials accountable.

He warned against vote-buying, which undermines democracy, and urged citizens to monitor government budgets and assess public service delivery. Ilechukwu stressed the need for shared responsibility between the government and citizens, highlighting that national development relies on the integrity of individuals in various sectors.

He encouraged Nigerians to reflect on their contributions to the country's progress and reject practices that hinder development.