In this thought-provoking episode, Ezenwa Nwagwu, Executive Director of the Peering Advocacy and Advancement Center in Africa (PAACA), offers a deep dive into the inner workings of 26 years of civilian rule, our freedom of speech is under attack, our politicians are more corrupt than ever, and citizens are being arrested for speaking the truth.🎙️ What We Discuss:Freedom of speech is dying! Nigerians are being silenced while corrupt politicians walk free. The erosion of freedom of speech and the silencing of dissenting voices. INEC reforms are working — so what did politicians do? They strengthen their commitment to vote buying!.The Electoral Offenses Commission Bill has been buried for years—why? Because it would hold crooked politicians accountable.I dare the National Assembly to pass the bill! – Ezenwa throws down the gauntlet in a fiery challenge to lawmakers. A thief in power will arrest you for calling him what he is — a thief!The dangers of a dependent younger generation, and the culture of waiting for solutions instead of acting.Why criminalization isn’t the solution to compulsory voting—what Nigeria needs is targeted, people-focused advocacy.The flawed system of by-elections and the push for impactful amendments to the Electoral Act, 2022.🔥 Quote of the Episode:I dare the National Assembly to pass the Electoral Offenses Commission Bill.Ezenwa challenges citizens and lawmakers alike to rethink Nigeria’s approach to democracy and reform. He reminds us that the cost of bread, electricity, and healthcare is tied directly to the votes we cast and the leaders we elect.📌 Watch Our Videos for more episodes on democracy, civic participation, and political reform in Africa. 👍 Like, 💬 Comment, and 🔔 Turn on notifications to stay engaged!#Nigeria #Democracy #EzenwaNwagwu #INEC #ElectoralReform #VoteBuying #ElectoralAct #NationalAssembly #PoliticalAccountability #FreedomOfSpeech #NigeriaPolitics