5 d. ago PDP Not Dead, We’re United, Prepared For 2027 Election — Bode George

Chief Bode George, a prominent chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has dismissed claims that the opposition party is dead, describing such remarks as unrealistic and unfounded. Speaking with news men on Monday, George lashed out at critics who suggest the PDP has lost its political relevance, branding them as “first-class dreamers.” “No way; […] The post PDP Not Dead, We’re United, Prepared For 2027 Election — Bode George appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Billions burnt, futures mortgaged: Nigerians query subsidy windfall to governors

Allege profligacy in spending, lifestyle Want oil subsidy savings saved, not shared When Nigeria’s federal government ended fuel subsidy in read more Billions burnt, futures mortgaged: Nigerians query subsidy windfall to governors

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1 week ago Democracy in name only: The irony of Nigeria’s Democratic celebration (1)

This article is the first of a three-part series examining the deep contradictions at the heart of Nigeria’s democratic experiment. In Part One, we explore the painful irony of Democracy Day in light of the violence in Benue and the broader failure of the Nigerian state to protect its citizens.   Democracy in Nigeria was […] The post Democracy in name only: The irony of Nigeria’s Democratic celebration (1) appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Tinubu Has A1 In Politics But F9 In Governance – SDP’s Adebayo

Former presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Prince Adewole Adebayo, has taken a jab at President Bola Tinubu, accusing him of excelling in political manoeuvring while failing in actual governance. In an interview with news men on Wednesday, Aebayo said Tinubu’s stronghold over the political class is evident, but his inability to address […] The post Tinubu Has A1 In Politics But F9 In Governance – SDP’s Adebayo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Economic reforms spur renewed growth, price, exchange rate stability

Tribune Online Economic reforms spur renewed growth, price, exchange rate stability President Bola Ahmed Tinubu said his administration’s bold economic reforms are delivering strong growth, price stability, and a more stable exchange rate—a trajectory recognised by both international financial institutions and industry stakeholders, writes JOSEPH INOKOTONG. In commemoration of the 2025 Democracy Day, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu used his address to the National Assembly to highlight […] Economic reforms spur renewed growth, price, exchange rate stability Tribune Online

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2 w. ago “APC Endorsements Of Tinubu For Reelection In 2027 Is Political Caricature” – Ex

Former Minister of Youths and Sports Development, Solomon Dalung, has criticized President Bola Tinubu’s administration. He was quoted stating that the president lacks understanding of Nigeria’s situation, he attributed the current hardship in the country to Tinubu’s policies, particularly the removal of fuel subsidy and the floatation of the Naira without adequate measures to address […] The post “APC Endorsements Of Tinubu For Reelection In 2027 Is Political Caricature” – Ex-Minister Dalung appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Lamido faults list of national honour awardees over June 12 struggle

Tribune Online Lamido faults list of national honour awardees over June 12 struggle AS reactions trail the 2025 national honour President Bola Tinubu bestowed on some personalities to mark Democracy Day, indications are that the names of more persons who were involved in the June 12 struggle are being compiled for such recognition. This is just as A former Minister of Foreign Affairs, Alhaji Sule Lamido, has expressed […] Lamido faults list of national honour awardees over June 12 struggle Tribune Online

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2 w. ago ‘Anybody that fought for democracy will be disappointed at what practitioners are doing’

As Nigeria marks the 2025 Democracy Day, Kingsley Umunna, a politician, has said that anybody who fought for democracy during read more ‘Anybody that fought for democracy will be disappointed at what practitioners are doing’

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2 w. ago Tinubu’s political rhetoric, economic and democratic paradoxes

By Ikemefuna Ozobi President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Democracy Day address to the joint session of the National Assembly on June 12, 2025, came at a critical juncture in Nigeria’s democratic and economic trajectory. While his speech was rhetorically polished, historically expansive and symbolically generous, it also appeared tone-deaf to the economic suffering endured by ordinary […] The post Tinubu’s political rhetoric, economic and democratic paradoxes appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago June 12: Democracy Day messages reveal true mind of Rivers people

Rivers people wittingly or not, revealed their desires and expectations through their June 12 messages. Those who detested the state read more June 12: Democracy Day messages reveal true mind of Rivers people

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2 w. ago Democracy Day: Oyo senator urges Nigerians to rededicate selves to peace, justice, national development

Sharafadeen Alli, an All Progressives Congress (APC) senator that represents the Oyo South Senatorial District has urged Nigerians to rededicate read more Democracy Day: Oyo senator urges Nigerians to rededicate selves to peace, justice, national development

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3 w. ago June 12: Good governance is the cornerstone of democracy —CAN

Tribune Online June 12: Good governance is the cornerstone of democracy —CAN THE Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) asserted that good governance is fundamental to any democracy and calls for transparency and accountability at all levels of government. In a message commemorating the 2025 Democracy Day, CAN President Archbishop Daniel Okoh emphasized that the day symbolizes Nigerians’ collective commitment to democracy, freedom, and justice. He stated that […] June 12: Good governance is the cornerstone of democracy —CAN Tribune Online

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3 w. ago June 12 democracy day: Symbol of power not people’s freedom – Professor Uji

Nigeria’s Democracy Day, celebrated annually on June 12, is marked by patriotic speeches and celebrations, but many critics argue that read more June 12 democracy day: Symbol of power not people’s freedom – Professor Uji

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3 w. ago Accelerating growth, achieving price, exchange rate stability with economic reforms

In commemoration of the 2025 Democracy Day, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, used his address to the National Assembly to highlight read more Accelerating growth, achieving price, exchange rate stability with economic reforms

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3 w. ago Political class responsible for Nigeria’s mess — Dr Bitrus Pogu

Tribune Online Political class responsible for Nigeria’s mess — Dr Bitrus Pogu Dr. Bitrus Pogu, National President of the Middle Belt Forum (MBF), shares his thoughts with ISAAC SHOBAYO on Nigeria’s 26 years of uninterrupted democratic governance, assessing its achievements, failures, and the path forward. SIR, what is your assessment of 26 years of uninterrupted democracy in Nigeria? Nigeria has unfortunately regressed. The democratic institutions that should […] Political class responsible for Nigeria’s mess — Dr Bitrus Pogu Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Imperative of presidential assent to  the Port and Shipping Economic Regulation Bill: An open letter to President Bola Tinubu  

Congratulations,  Mr. President, and happy Democracy Day.   I listened to your June 12 address to the National Assembly which was very  impressive and bold. I must thank you most sincerely for remembering the heroes and heroine of the June 12 struggle,  particularly Kudirat Abiola who died on the line of duty.       Mr. President,  […] The post Imperative of presidential assent to  the Port and Shipping Economic Regulation Bill: An open letter to President Bola Tinubu   appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Ajasin’s Son, Tokunbo, Faults Omission Of Father’s Name On June 12 Heroes’ List

Tokunbo Ajasin, the eldest child of former governor of Old Ondo State, Chief Michael Adekunle Ajasin, has protested the non-inclusion of his father’s name and other veterans of June 12, 1993, struggle as heroes in the President Bola Tinubu’s list on Democracy Day. In his protest piece titled: “The incomplete list of June 12 Heroes,” […]

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3 w. ago “Niger Delta Thriving Under Tinubu’s Leadership” – Lokpobiri Replies Dickson’s Criticism

Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, has criticized Senator Seriake Dickson over his Democracy Day remarks, where Dickson accused President Bola Tinubu of complicity in the ongoing political crisis in Rivers State. In a statement released on Friday by his media aide, Nneamaka Okafor, Lokpobiri described Dickson’s comment as “an unfair […] The post “Niger Delta Thriving Under Tinubu’s Leadership” – Lokpobiri Replies Dickson’s Criticism appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Alli Reaffirms Commitment To Democratic Values, Good Governance

The senator representing Oyo South Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Sharafadeen Alli reaffirmed his commitment to good governance, accountability and inclusive leadership for national development. Alli who stated this during the Democracy Day celebration in Ibadan said June 12 symbolised the resilience, courage and sacrifice of Nigerians who fought tirelessly for democratic rule, particularly […]

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3 w. ago Democracy Day: Fireworks over Tinubu’s claims on security, economy others

•Even the blind can see positive results of president’s reforms -Arewa Think Tank • Masses suffering under his reforms – Ijaw National Congress, Ohaneze, ACF   By Seye Ojo, (Lagos) Femi Folaranmi (Yenagoa), Noah Ebije (Kaduna), Stanley Uzoaru (Owerri), Ighomuaye Lucky (Benin) Reactions have continued to trail President Bola Tinubu’s Democracy Day speech in which […] The post Democracy Day: Fireworks over Tinubu’s claims on security, economy others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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