The Invisible Hands
THE INVISIBLE HANDS- How volunteers work behind the scene to guard free and fair elections and defend good governance. In the midst of a global political dissatisfaction and mistrust, some people still believe that a democratic election process is the answer to a better life for all. For months, hundreds of Nigerian volunteers and observers go from rural areas to the middle-class neighborhoods and dedicate their time and energy to encourage citizens to cast their votes, for whoever they deem fit.
Mike Semiye, head of The Dean Initiative, one of the Nigerian NGO’s promoting good governance, says that it has been his “calling” for almost 15 years. With his team of young activists, they encourage citizens to register, go and collect their PVC’s, and ensure that their votes count and their voices are heard. Such NGO’s like The Dean Initiative, empower people and help them access valid and politically unbiased informations during the electoral campaign. In this project, I explored the roles of such organisations, which are working behind the scene for a better Nigeria.
When most of the people complain about bad governance or have lost hope in the electoral system, I found it essential to shed lights on these positive and encouraging initiatives.
