Emefiele is facing 19 counts bordering on abuse of office, receiving gratification, and corrupt demands, brought against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission.
Aguilera also stressed the need to boost voter participation and reduce electoral conflict, particularly among young people.
“We must engage with citizens, especially youth, to help them understand the significance of political participation. Democracy thrives when people actively engage, ensuring their voices and concerns are heard,” he said.
He added that a well-functioning democracy is responsive to citizens’ needs, with political parties and decision-makers prioritizing the welfare of the people.
In her remarks, Laolu Olawumi of Governance Adviser for Democracy, Rule of Law, and Gender at the EU Delegation to Nigeria and ECOWAS, underscored the EU’s commitment to making democracy work for all Nigerians, regardless of social class.
“It is crucial that democracy serves everyone, ensuring inclusivity and responsiveness. This retreat allows us to reflect on our interventions and prepare for the next phase of the electoral cycle,” Olawumi said.
Executive Director of The Kukah Centre and Head of Secretariat, National Peace Committee, Rev. Fr. Atta Barkindo, commended the EU for its sustained efforts in strengthening governance and electoral processes at both national and subnational levels.
“We deeply appreciate the EU’s commitment. Those of us working directly in the field have faced significant challenges, but the EU’s support has provided us with the platform to reflect on achievements and navigate difficulties,” Barkindo said.
Aguilera also stressed the need to boost voter participation and reduce electoral conflict, particularly among young people.
“We must engage with citizens, especially youth, to help them understand the significance of political participation. Democracy thrives when people actively engage, ensuring their voices and concerns are heard,” he said.
He added that a well-functioning democracy is responsive to citizens’ needs, with political parties and decision-makers prioritizing the welfare of the people.
In her remarks, Laolu Olawumi of Governance Adviser for Democracy, Rule of Law, and Gender at the EU Delegation to Nigeria and ECOWAS, underscored the EU’s commitment to making democracy work for all Nigerians, regardless of social class.
“It is crucial that democracy serves everyone, ensuring inclusivity and responsiveness. This retreat allows us to reflect on our interventions and prepare for the next phase of the electoral cycle,” Olawumi said.
Executive Director of The Kukah Centre and Head of Secretariat, National Peace Committee, Rev. Fr. Atta Barkindo, commended the EU for its sustained efforts in strengthening governance and electoral processes at both national and subnational levels.
“We deeply appreciate the EU’s commitment. Those of us working directly in the field have faced significant challenges, but the EU’s support has provided us with the platform to reflect on achievements and navigate difficulties,” Barkindo said.
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