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The outcry against plans by @NigeriaGov @MBuhari to borrow in order to finance infrastructure underlines the need for citizens' engagement on national issues

If the request is granted by the lenders, we could keep servicing our Chinese loans till 2040
Interestingly, over a quarter of Nigeria’s N10.59 trillion 2020 budget (N2.7 trillion), goes into debt servicing, exceeding N2.4 trillion appropriated for capital expenditure
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Meanwhile, Nigeria's total debt is $108bn, even though 15% of the debts are owed by state govts
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What do the these numbers mean?
What impact do loans like this have on the wellbeing of citizens?
Are there alternatives to these unending debts?
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Nigeria's Rising Debt Profile: Implications on Citizens is our focus today as we discuss the controversial approval of a  $22.7bn by @NGRSenate, with @SegunAndrews
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Governors of Nigeria's South-South geo political zone are set to facilitate the establishment of a regional security framework to manage crime.
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This follows the passage of bills by States' Houses of Assembly in the South West : Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, Ondo, Osun & Ekiti; establishing the Western Nigeria Security Network, "Operation Amotekun"
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Recall also that a similar proposal had been voiced in the North
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Do these platforms indicate failure by the federal security outfits to manage crime in the country?
In what ways will these benefit the citizens, after all costs are considered?
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Electoral violence, vote trading, voter register, access to polling units & diaspora voting all feature in recent agitations for electoral reforms in Nigeria.

Today, our concern is on "Reforming Nigeria's Electoral System."
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According to @MBuhari, his admin will ensure electoral reforms within the next 3yrs
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So, what areas need reformation?
What"s being done & what can we not afford to leave out?
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The Judiciary has been said to be the last hope of the common man & is seen as the most important organ of government because it acts as their protector against the possible excesses of the legislative & executive organs of government.
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However, certain judgements emanating from the courts in recent times has continued to generate misgivings both from the bench & the bar legit.ng/1293129-suprem…

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The prevailing concern is the impact of the quality of Nigeria's Judiciary on Her society
On #TheDiscuss today, we speak with a legal practitioner, @OrjiUka , who gives insider perspectives #Democracy : Observations on Nigeria's Judicial Arm.

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