Peering Advocacy and Advancement Centre in Africa
The Centre works to promote and strengthen citizens’ engagement with government institutions. Principally, PAACA programs are targeted at increasing social accountability movement, Youth and Gender inclusiveness, support and promoting electoral reforms, legislative engagement, and advancing anti-corruption campaigns.
Our Key Thematic Program Areas
Our organization focuses on three key thematic areas designed to foster robust democratic societies, enhance citizen capabilities, and advance knowledge through research and training:
Democratic Governance and Peacebuilding Program
We aims to strengthen the foundational aspects of democracy and promote peace.
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Citizen Engagement and Capacity Building
This enables citizens contribute to societal development and hold governments accountable.
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Research and Training
We conduct rigorous research to inform policy-making and improve program outcomes.
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2Dec“Inclusivity Is Not Something to Beg For, It’s There by Law” — Director of Gender and Inclusivity,INEC
Mrs. Dorothy Lakunuya Bello, Director of Gender and Inclusivity at Nigeria’s Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), has emphasized that inclusivity in electoral processes is a legal mandate, not a privilege to be granted...
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2DecExperts Push for Inclusive Electoral Reforms in Nigeria
In a recent discussion on Electoral Reform Hour, Mrs Ene Ede and Comrade Babatunde Oluajo shared their perspectives on Nigeria’s electoral system. Drawing from their extensive experience in advocacy and governance, they highlighted...
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26NovVote buying should be the next evil we should put on our agenda as a collective – Dr. Garuba Dauda
The issue of vote buying has emerged as a critical challenge in Nigeria’s electoral process, demanding urgent collective action to safeguard democratic integrity. This was the central message from Dr. Garba Dauda, Director...
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FAQ
Peering Advocacy and Advancement Centre in Africa (PAACA) is an independent, not-for-profit organization established in Nigeria in 2010 and registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission in 2017. PAACA focuses on promoting and strengthening citizen engagement with government institutions and advancing social accountability movements.
PAACA’s programs are dedicated to promoting constitutional and electoral reforms, legislative engagements, strengthening political parties, promoting credible elections, and advancing anti-corruption campaigns. Additionally, we emphasize Youth and Gender inclusiveness and fostering social accountability.
Our vision is to contribute to building an Africa where public institutions are used as veritable tools for national development. We strive to ensure that these institutions act as catalysts for societal progress and well-being.
PAACA engages through various programs including Democratic Governance and Peace Building, Citizen Engagement and Capacity Building, and Research and Training. These initiatives include organizing research and training for stakeholders, enhancing transparency and accountability, and supporting reforms in governance practices.
PAACA is guided by core values that include Respect, Integrity, Professionalism, and Openness. These values shape our interactions with all stakeholders and guide the execution of all our programs and activities.
News Stories and Press Statements
“Inclusivity Is Not Something to Beg For, It’s There by Law” — Director of Gender and Inclusivity,INEC
Mrs. Dorothy Lakunuya Bello, Director of Gender and Inclusivity at Nigeria’s Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), has emphasized that inclusivity in electoral processes is a legal mandate, not a privilege to be granted…
Vote buying should be the next evil we should put on our agenda as a collective – Dr. Garuba Dauda
The issue of vote buying has emerged as a critical challenge in Nigeria’s electoral process, demanding urgent collective action to safeguard democratic integrity. This was the central message from Dr. Garba Dauda, Director…
The Complexities of Getting INEC-Produced PVCs Is a Major Impediment to Voter Participation in Nigeria – Mr Emmanuel Njoku
The challenges associated with obtaining Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) in Nigeria have been identified as a significant barrier to voter participation. Mr. Emmanuel Njoku, Director of Democracy and Governance at Connected Development (CODE),…
Latest Reports and publications
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ELECTORAL REFORM MATTERS NEWSLETTER ISSUE 6
Dear Election Advocates, Welcome to the latest issue of Electoral Reform Matter! This edition presents key insights from our recent radio and TV programs, where we engaged experts and stakeholders on essential topics,…
ELECTORAL REFORM MATTERS NEWSLETTER ISSUE 5
Dear Election Advocates, Welcome to the latest issue of Electoral Reform Matters! This September, we made significant strides in advancing Nigeria’s electoral reform agenda through our multifaceted approach which reached millions of Nigeria….
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The greatest challenge to the ongoing anticorruption fight, has been the inability to secure convictions with high profile corruption cases, which has made it extremely difficult to practice the principle of accountability among…
ELECTORAL REFORM MATTERS NEWSLETTER ISSUE 4
Dear Election Advocates, Welcome to the latest issue on Electoral Reform Matters! Our mission is to keep you informed on the latest developments in Nigeria’s electoral reform journey. This August, we’ve made significant…
