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Political economist Pat Utomi has warned that declining confidence in Nigeria’s elections, institutions and legal framework could deepen instability and weaken national development. Political economist Professor Pat Utomi has warned that Nigeria could face deeper instability if confidence in its elections, institutions and legal system continues to decline. He made the remarks at the 22nd Nigeria Guild of...
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- Political economist Pat Utomi has warned that declining confidence in Nigeria’s elections, institutions and legal framework could deepen instability and weaken national development.
- Political economist Professor Pat Utomi has warned that Nigeria could face deeper instability if confidence in its elections, institutions and legal system continues to decline.
- He made the remarks at the 22nd Nigeria Guild of Editors Conference in Enugu, where he argued that credible elections are essential to the legitimacy of government.Utomi said strong institutions help reduce uncertainty, lower the cost of doing business and provide clear rules for society, while weak institutions can undermine public trust and economic progress.
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Political economist Pat Utomi has warned that declining confidence in Nigeria’s elections, institutions and legal framework could deepen instability and weaken national development. Political economist Professor Pat Utomi has warned that Nigeria could face deeper instability if confidence in its elections, institutions and legal system continues to decline. He made the remarks at the 22nd Nigeria Guild of...
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September 24, 2026
