Young Nigerians raise concerns over trust, women’s inclusion ahead of 2027 polls
Source: Premium Times of Nigeria
As political activities gradually gather momentum ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections, young Nigerians have expressed concerns over declining trust in democratic institutions, persistent barriers to women’s political participation and the need for stronger civic education.
The concerns were raised at Caustival 2026, a social justice arts and film festival organised by Gatefield in Abuja on Saturday.
Held under the theme, “We Decide,” the festival brought together artists, filmmakers, activists, researchers and citizens to examine questions of power, inclusion and civic responsibility through film screenings, exhibitions, performances and public conversations.
The event featured discussions on the realities shaping Nigeria’s democratic future, with participants calling for stronger citizen engagement and greater inclusion in governance processes.
One of the festival’s most notable activities was a mock voting exercise that was deliberately disrupted, prompting participants to reflect on public trust in electoral processes and the vulnerabilities that can undermine democratic participation.
As political activities gradually gather momentum ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections, young Nigerians have expressed concerns over declining trust in democratic institutions, persistent barriers to women’s political participation and the need for stronger civic education.
The concerns were raised at Caustival 2026, a social justice arts and film festival organised by Gatefield in Abuja on Saturday.
Held under the theme, “We Decide,” the festival brought together artists, filmmakers, activists, researchers and citizens to examine questions of power, inclusion and civic responsibility through film screenings, exhibitions, performances and public conversations.
The event featured discussions on the realities shaping Nigeria’s democratic future, with participants calling for stronger citizen engagement and greater inclusion in governance processes.
One of the festival’s most notable activities was a mock voting exercise that was deliberately disrupted, prompting participants to reflect on public trust in electoral processes and the vulnerabilities that can undermine democratic participation.