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Our mission
To build transparent, inclusive institutions, drive accountability and governance reform through actionable research, creative and strategic innovation, civic action, and evidence-based advocacy.
Building a more informed democracy in Nigeria
We conduct electoral research, promote civic education and strengthen accountability to support credible elections and informed citizen participation.
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Countdown to 16 January 2027
Why our work matters
Elections matter long before votes are cast. Citizens need reliable information to understand the issues, participate in the process and hold public institutions accountable. Our work makes electoral research and civic knowledge easier to access and use.
Who we are
Democracy works better when citizens are informed
The Electoral Hub works to make electoral research, civic knowledge and democratic accountability more accessible to the public. We believe informed citizens are the foundation of a stronger democracy.
More about the HubResearch. Knowledge. Accountability.
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Our vision
A transformative democratic system of excellence driven by ethical governance and sustainable, just development.
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Our values
Excellence, Knowledge Exchange, Transparency, Accountability, Integrity, Justice, and Equity.
Our areas of focus
Explore our programmesDemocracy needs more than election day
Electoral governance involves research, public understanding, institutional accountability and the ability of citizens to participate.
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Electoral integrity
Research and public-interest scrutiny of electoral processes, institutions and accountability.
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Civic knowledge
Making electoral information and democratic participation easier to understand.
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Inclusive participation
Examining barriers to participation and the conditions needed for a more inclusive democracy.
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Governance and policy
Connecting evidence, policy conversations and public accountability.
Our approach
Research that moves beyond the page
Good research should do more than sit on a shelf. We turn evidence into knowledge people can use, conversations worth having and decisions that make a difference.
Explore our ResourcesEvidence into impact
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Research and evidence
We examine electoral processes, public institutions and governance issues to contribute useful evidence to public debate.
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Civic education
We make information about elections, rights and democratic participation easier for citizens to understand and use.
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Advocacy and engagement
We encourage informed public conversations and engagement with the institutions responsible for democratic governance.
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Accountability
We support public scrutiny and encourage transparency in electoral and governance processes.
Knowledge library
View all publicationsResearch worth returning to
Browse research, policy work and electoral knowledge products.
Advocacy Briefs2021
Merits of the Electoral Bill 2021
An examination of the merits of the Electoral Bill 2021, including proposed improvements to electoral administration, voting and results transmission, political party operations, and inclusion of voters with disabilities and internally displaced persons.
Advocacy Briefs2021
Presidential Assent to the Electoral Bill 2021
A brief explaining President Muhammadu Buhari’s decision to withhold assent to the Electoral Bill 2021, the concerns raised about mandatory direct primaries, and the options available to the National Assembly.
Working together
Partners & Funders
Over the years, our partnerships and funders have helped advance research, democratic governance, accountability, and inclusive development across Nigeria.
Get in touch
Contact The Electoral HubInterested in research, civic education or collaboration?
Contact us with an enquiry or to discuss opportunities to work together.