APC National Chairman Yilwatda Discusses Strengthening Democratic Institutions at Daily Trust Dialogue

Nentawe Yilwatda, national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), was among the participants at the 23rd edition of the Daily Trust Dialogue held in Abuja on Thursday. The dialogue was themed “Nigeria’s Fourth Republic: What is working and what is not working”. The event brought together stakeholders, policymakers, scholars and civic leaders to reflect on Nigeria’s democratic experience since the return to civilian rule in 1999. Participants also examined governance challenges, achievements and the country’s future prospects. “Yilwatda’s participation highlighted the APC’s engagement with national conversations on democracy, governance, and institutional reform,” a statement from his media office reads. “His presence also underscored the ruling party’s emphasis on inclusive dialogue, reflective leadership and the strengthening of democratic institutions in line with the renewed hope agenda.” The annual dialogue is organised by Daily Trust as a platform for debate and policy-focused discussions on Nigeria’s political and socio-economic issues. Earlier at the event, Sunday Dare, special adviser to the president on media and public communication, said Nigeria’s fourth republic represents the country’s most sustained attempt to entrench democratic ideals and institutions. “The Fourth Republic is therefore significant not because it is flawless, but because it represents Nigeria’s best and most sustained attempt to permanently establish democratic ideals,” Dare said.