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10 April, 2026

Goodluck Jonathan Foundation Executive Director Ann Iyonu has said that democracy should be judged by results, not just elections.

She made this known at the National Convening and Report Launch on strengthening the link between democracy and economic growth in Abuja. The Executive Director highlighted that the true test of democracy doesn’t stop at elections but also includes schools that function, clinics and hospitals that serve the people, structures that last, and institutions that deliver.

According to her, Nigeria’s challenge is not a lack of laws or agencies but solely in the enforcement strategies put in place by the government.

She said, "Democracy thrives when institutions uphold rules, procurement is transparent, audits lead to action, and reforms survive political turnover.

Also speaking, Matthew Ayibakuro, Governance Advisor to FCDO, said democracy is achieved only when leaders pursue a public-centric agenda, prioritising basic infrastructure and human capital empowerment for real democratic dividends.

The event’s highlight was the unveiling of a report by former President Goodluck Jonathan, with ex-Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi among attendees.

On the way forward, Iyonu suggested digitalizing procurement, strengthening audits, rewarding transparency, and tying reforms to service delivery.

Democracy not measured by elections but by functional social amenities - Jonathan

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