Ezekwesili Criticizes INEC, Calls for Active Citizen Participation
Former Minister of Education, Ezekwesili, criticized the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Arise Television, stating that it has lost the trust of society, leading to a compromised democracy. She highlighted the marginalization of citizens in the democratic process due to powerful interests capturing it.
Ezekwesili emphasized the need for active citizen participation to prevent state capture and ensure effective governance. She called for a global effort to place citizens at the center of governance for societal advancement.
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