1. How Safe Is It to Speak Up? The Openness Index shows that the ability to speak freely, protest, or report news varies dramatically depending on where you live. For example, in some states, citizens can question leaders without fear.…
While Nigeria has made significant improvements to the quality of its elections since the 1999 transition to civilian rule, balloting has continued to be marred by irregularities. Corruption is endemic in the petroleum industry, and security challenges—including insurgencies, kidnappings, and…
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The CJID Openness Index is Nigeria’s first sub‑national assessment of press freedom and civic space. It ranks all 36 states and the FCT by combining perception‑based surveys with verified incident data, drawing on the experiences of more than 1,100 journalists,…
Nigeria’s media landscape is vibrant but under strain. Journalists and activists often navigate intimidation, censorship, and arbitrary arrests, particularly when reporting on corruption or governance. Despite constitutional guarantees, the practical space for free expression remains fragile.
