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Published on 2024-02-18 04:05:28
only train people within the party but also train people across the board. So, if APC can liaise with us, we can all have a conglomerate think-tank that will be training people across party lines so that at the end of the day, Nigeria will benefit from the experiences and the knowledge of everybody, and we will be better for it. “So if it’s just for the APC, I don’t think it’s going to serve the purpose it’s intended for because the opposition parties will not give it the kind of support it needs to go on. I don’t think it’s going to help and it’s going to end up like an extension of the APC.” The scepticism expressed by Sani raises critical questions about the true motive behind the establishment of the institute. Is it truly aimed at educating and enlightening party members on the principles of probity, ethics, and good governance, or is it simply a ploy to solidify the power of the ruling party and perpetuate its dominance? Without the participation and collaboration of stakeholders from all political parties, the credibility and neutrality of the institute may come into question. The concerns raised by the IPAC chairman suggest the need for transparency and inclusivity in the establishment of such an institute. The success of the proposed Progressives Institute will depend not just on the curriculum and training it offers, but also on the transparency of its operations and the participation of all relevant stakeholders. The validation exercise of the institute’s curriculum underlines the necessity of instilling the ethos of integrity, accountability, and good governance in Nigerian politics. The country’s poor ranking on the Corruption Perceptions Index further emphasizes the urgency of addressing these issues. The institute’s focus on research and capacity training on leadership, good governance, development, public policy, democratization, and the rule of law is commendable. However, its effectiveness will depend on its ability to engender transparency and inclusivity in its operations. The concerns raised by party members and stakeholders during the validation exercise highlight the need to align the institute’s goals with the urgent need to address corruption, moral decadence, and lack of patriotism in Nigerian politics. The institute must not only focus on training party members but also on fostering a culture of transparency, accountability, and ethical leadership in the polity. The participation of stakeholders from various political parties is crucial to ensuring the credibility and effectiveness of the institute. The statement by the IPAC chairman underscores the importance of collaboration and inclusivity in efforts to improve the democratic and governance processes in Nigeria. The proposed Progressives Institute has the potential to make a meaningful impact on Nigerian politics if it can address these critical issues and operate in a transparent and inclusive manner. It is essential for the institute to uphold the values of probity and accountability in its operations and engage all relevant stakeholders in its activities. Only then can the institute truly fulfill its intended purpose of educating and enlightening party members on the principles of good governance and ethical leadership.
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