Nigeria, Feb. 11 -- Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the GoNigeria Initiative, a civic advocacy group, has urged Nigerians to look beyond elections and focus on strengthening democratic institutions.

In a statement signed by its Convener, Atedo Peterside and made available to PREMIUM TIMES on Tuesday, the group said Nigeria's democratic project remains fragile because many of the structures meant to sustain a free society have not taken firm root.

It also said that while elections are central to democracy, they cannot substitute for strong institutions, protected rights and security structures that command public trust.

The group, which was originally launched to promote citizen participation in elections, said it mobilised young N...