EU and Global Rights Strengthen Democratic Institutions in Nigeria

The European Union (EU) and Global Rights have reaffirmed their commitment to promoting good governance and strengthening democratic institutions in Nigeria. During an event in Abuja, Massimo De Luca, the head of the EU delegation to Nigeria and ECOWAS, emphasized the importance of maintaining an open civic space for democracy.

The launch of the project report for 2025 included a state rank dashboard aimed at improving regulatory environments for civil society organizations (CSOs) across Nigeria. Prof.

Chidi Odinkalu, chairman of the Global Rights governing board, urged CSOs to foster a culture of compliance rather than viewing it merely as a donor requirement. Abiodun Baiyewu, the executive director of Global Rights, stated that the project marks the beginning of a new collaborative phase rather than an end, highlighting the need for sustained cooperation among federal, state governments, and civil society.

Noya Sedi, program manager at Global Rights Nigeria, expressed appreciation for the EU's unwavering support over the past three years.