Political parties
As Uganda embarks on the election campaign season, tensions are running high, particularly within the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM), where primary contests have become do-or-die fights. However, in rural Uganda, the ruling party's ticket comes with unmatched advantages, rendering elections a formality. At the heart of Ugandan
Political parties
As Japan prepares to vote in its upper house election on Sunday, a mix of economic anxiety, rising nationalism, and growing discontent with the US alliance has turned what might have been a routine vote into a potentially pivotal moment. The election will shape the country's direction on
Political parties
The UK Government has announced plans to lower the voting age to 16, allowing citizens of this age group to participate in general elections. This decision follows Scotland's lead in allowing 16 and 17-year-olds to vote in Scottish Parliament and council elections. The move is part of the
Political parties
Bangladesh is on the cusp of a worrying phenomenon: AI-generated political videos that make it increasingly difficult to distinguish truth from fiction. These synthetic clips, featuring entirely fictional people, have gained significant traction on social media, particularly among the parties running in the upcoming general election. With AI tools like
Local government
The government has confirmed that Hampshire will hold its inaugural mayoral elections in May 2026, following the launch of the Devolution Priority Programme. The elections will elect a mayor for the whole of Hampshire, as part of devolution, which will transfer powers and funding to local government and create a
Local government
Protests have been intensifying in the West African nation of Togo ahead of highly anticipated local government elections scheduled for Thursday, July 17. The country, which serves as a developing maritime and transit hub, has been plagued by unrest and demonstrations calling for leader Faure Gnassingbe to resign. Thousands of
Local government
The Lagos State Forum of PDP Local Government Chairmen has rejected the outcome of Saturday's council elections, citing widespread irregularities and a "charade" orchestrated by the APC-led government and LASIEC. The Forum Chairman, Chief Adegboyega Adegbesan, accused LASIEC of complicity in violence, ballot box stuffing, and
Political parties
As Virginia prepares for its upcoming elections in November, a recent report by 19th News highlights the critical role that abortion access will play in voters' decisions. With Republicans advocating for an abortion ban and restrictions on reproductive health care, Democratic candidates are championing the protection of reproductive rights
Local government
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has emerged victorious in the recently concluded Lagos State local government elections, winning all 20 local government chairmanship seats, as well as all 375 councillorship positions. However, the exercise was marred by widespread reports of logistical lapses, voter apathy, and electoral discrepancies, casting a shadow
Local government
The city of Lagos, Nigeria's commercial hub, shuts itself down every election day, causing economic losses and systemic consequences. This outdated administrative approach erodes public trust and disrupts essential services, damaging the city's international reputation. It is time for Lagos to adopt 21st-century urban management strategies,
Local government
Adebayo Balogun, Chairman of the House Committee on INEC, emphasizes that electoral reforms in the National Assembly are aimed at expanding voter inclusion, strengthening internal party democracy, and enhancing public confidence ahead of Nigeria's 2027 general elections. He highlights the importance of assessing local government chairpersons in his
Local government
Low voter turnout was observed in many polling units across Lagos State during the recent local government elections, which were described as peaceful and well-coordinated by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. However, a former deputy governor of the state, Senator Kofoworola Bucknor-Akerele, has called for the cancellation of the elections, alleging malpractices
