Deepening Democratic Accountability: Elections, Reforms and Governance

Abstract

Democracy and Governance Digest is a publication of the Department of Democracy and Governance, National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS). The Digest provides in-depth analysis, policy reflections, and expert perspectives on key trends in democratic governance across Nigeria and the African continent. It aims to serve as a credible platform for lawmakers, scholars, civil society actors, and the public to engage with ideas that shape legislation, institutional accountability, political reform, and democratic resilience. Each edition focuses on thematic issues ranging from electoral reform, civic participation, institutional capacity, security, inclusion, and parliamentary development. Through thoughtful commentary, policy briefs, interviews, and field-based narratives, the Democracy and Governance Digest contributes to ongoing conversations on how democratic institutions can be strengthened to deliver sustainable development and equity.