{
  "id": 12346008,
  "title": "CADI: Only ‘Performance Democracy’ Can Usher in Good Governance in Nigeria",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/06/cadi-only-performance-democracy-can-usher-in-good-governance-in",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-06T09:20:23.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "This Day",
    "slug": "this-day",
    "url": "https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/10/06/cadi-only-performance-democracy-can-usher-in-good-governance-in-nigeria/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Nigeria's future governance hinges on the adoption of 'performance democracy', according to a pro-democracy group, Citizens Advancement and Development Initiative (CADI). The group's founder, Dr. Bolaji Akinyemi, unveiled their initiative at a launch event in Ikeja, Lagos, just ahead of the 2027 general elections. Akinyemi argued that merely voting does not constitute true democracy, stating that true engagement through participation, accountability, and attention to government performance is crucial.\n\nDr. Ehizogie Otoibhi, CADI's Chairman of the Board of Trustees, elaborated that performance democracy transforms how Nigerians perceive their roles. He emphasized that citizens must scrutinize not only who occupies public offices but also what those offices deliver in terms of quality services, effective institutions, community development and responsible resource management. Importantly, Otoibhi noted that performance democracy requires an active citizenry – a reality that extends beyond the polling booth.\n\nCADI's mission, according to Akinyemi, is to educate, inspire and mobilise Nigerians through various means like civic education, leadership training, and community service. The group aims to create platforms for citizens to understand governance, engage with representatives, and contribute constructively to national development. A key theme of their book, '2027 and Beyond: Own the Process, Vote for Value, Activate Performance Democracy', is the shift from 'campaign democracy' to 'performance democracy', where the focus moves from election hype to tangible outcomes.",
  "summary": "Sunday Okobi As the 2027 general election approaches, a pro-democracy group, Citizens Advancement and Development Initiative (CADI), and its Founder and author, Dr. Bolaji Akinyemi, yesterday initiated moves to save",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}