2 h. 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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7 h. 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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16 h. 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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27 h. 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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27 h. ago Democracy Day: PANDEF calls for restoration of democracy in Rivers

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) has issued a strong call to action on the 26th anniversary of Nigeria’s Democracy Day, urging urgent restoration of democratic governance in Rivers State. In a press statement by its President, Godknows Igali, PANDEF commemorated the historic significance of June 12, 1993, and highlighted ongoing challenges […] The post Democracy Day: PANDEF calls for restoration of democracy in Rivers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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33 h. ago Black Democracy Day As Gunmen Invade Benue Community, Kill Three Residents

Some yet to be identified gunmen invaded Mtsewnem, Akondutyough village in the North Bank axis of Makurdi, Benue State, leaving three residents dead, while others were severely injured. It was gathered that the horrible incident happened on the 12th of June, 2025, a day when the nation celebrate Democracy Day. READ MORE: Benue NASS Members Tackle […] The post Black Democracy Day As Gunmen Invade Benue Community, Kill Three Residents appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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38 h. ago June 12: SEDC MD, Mark Okoye reflects on Nigeria’s democratic journey, hails Tinubu’s impact 

From Kenneth Udeh, Abuja As Nigeria marked Democracy Day on June 12, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the South-East Development Commission (SEDC), Dr. Mark Okoye II, paid tribute to the nation’s democratic journey, recalling the struggles of the past and the strides made over the years. In a deeply personal reflection shared […] The post June 12: SEDC MD, Mark Okoye reflects on Nigeria’s democratic journey, hails Tinubu’s impact  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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42 h. ago June 12 Is Strong Basis For Nigeria’s Democratic Dev’t — ARG

The Afenifere Renewal Group (ARG) has stated that June 12, 1993 presidential election will remain indelible in the memories of Nigerians as the basis for the expansion, popularisation and growth of democracy in the country. The pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, at an event marking the June 12 Democracy Day, on Friday, also described the election as […]

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51 h. ago June 12: Nigeria Needs Total Restructuring Before 2027 – Pat Utomi

Renowned political economist, Professor Pat Utomi, has called for the comprehensive restructuring of Nigeria’s political and economic systems ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking on Thursday at the June 12 Annual Democracy Day National Dialogue in Ikeja, Utomi emphasised that without restructuring, Nigeria’s democracy would remain weak and misaligned with the ideals of its […] The post June 12: Nigeria Needs Total Restructuring Before 2027 – Pat Utomi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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56 h. ago Democracy Day: Groups advocate Confederation of seven republics

Tribune Online Democracy Day: Groups advocate Confederation of seven republics The President of the Benin-based God and People Prayer Parliament, Dr Dele Oluwatade, on Thursday said that the present democratic dispensation was nothing but a celebration of the various political conspiracies against the nation, Nigeria. The medical doctor-turned-activist added that there was no need to celebrate June 12 as Democracy Day in the country, positing […] Democracy Day: Groups advocate Confederation of seven republics Tribune Online

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57 h. ago Democracy Day: June 12 discouraged religious, ethnic sentiment — Kwara APC chieftain

Tribune Online Democracy Day: June 12 discouraged religious, ethnic sentiment — Kwara APC chieftain A stalwart of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kwara State, Ambassador Abdulfatai Yahaya Seriki-Gambari, has described June 12 Democracy Day as a unique day in the political history of Nigeria, saying that Nigerians downplayed religious and ethnic sentiments to elect the late MKO Abiola in an election adjudged to be credible, free, and fair. […] Democracy Day: June 12 discouraged religious, ethnic sentiment — Kwara APC chieftain Tribune Online

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57 h. ago June 12: Stop governing Nigeria by remote control, Obi tells Tinubu

By Idu Jude, Abuja The Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, has taken a comprehensive look at the two-year reign of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and concluded that much is not right in governance delivery and policies of the administration. In a message in Abuja to mark Democracy Day titled ‘Democracy […] The post June 12: Stop governing Nigeria by remote control, Obi tells Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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59 h. ago Democracy Day: Tinubu confers honours on Uba Sani, Shehu Sani, others

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna President Bola Tinubu has honoured prominent Nigerians, including Kaduna State Governor Senator Uba Sani and former lawmaker and rights activist Senator Shehu Sani, for their pivotal roles in the struggle for democracy in Nigeria. Speaking during the 2025 Democracy Day celebration on Wednesday, June 12, President Tinubu acknowledged the sacrifices made […] The post Democracy Day: Tinubu confers honours on Uba Sani, Shehu Sani, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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63 h. ago June 12 : 26 years of unbroken democracy, great milestone for Nigeria — Oyebanji

Tribune Online June 12 : 26 years of unbroken democracy, great milestone for Nigeria — Oyebanji Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has congratulated Nigerians on the celebration of the June 12 Democracy Day. June 12 : 26 years of unbroken democracy, great milestone for Nigeria — Oyebanji Tribune Online

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66 h. ago Democracy Day: Tinubu’s address at joint National Assembly session [FULL TEXT]

ADDRESS BY PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU, GCFR AT THE JOINT SESSION OF THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY IN COMMEMORATION OF DEMOCRACY DAY, 2025 THURSDAY, 12TH JUNE 2025 Protocol: With profound honour, I stand before this joint session of our National Assembly, a parliament that embodies the will of the Nigerian people. Today, as I entered this grand […] The post Democracy Day: Tinubu’s address at joint National Assembly session [FULL TEXT] appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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66 h. ago June 12: Lagos4Lagos Movement advocates recommitment to people

From Oluseye Ojo The Lead Visioner, Lagos4Lagos Movement, Dr. Abdul-Azeez Olajide Adediran, has called for recommitment to the ideals of freedom, unity, accountability, and people-centred governance. He made the call in a statement he personally signed and made available to journalists in commemoration of this year’s Democracy Day, which is celebrated every June 12 in […] The post June 12: Lagos4Lagos Movement advocates recommitment to people-centred governance appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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66 h. ago Democracy Day: NHRC Advocates Improved Human Rights Protection

As the nation celebrates Democracy Day on June 12, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has reiterated that enhancing human rights protecting was a fundamental way to honouring those who fought for democratic governance. Executive Secretary of the NHRC Dr Tony Ojukwu, SAN, expressed the commitment of the Commission to justice, equality, peace, and human […]

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66 h. ago June 12 protest kicks off in Abuja under watchful eyes of security forces

A June 12 protest marking Nigeria’s Democracy Day has commenced in Abuja, with demonstrators gathering to voice their discontent over read more June 12 protest kicks off in Abuja under watchful eyes of security forces

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66 h. ago June 12: Nigeria’s democracy backsliding amid governance crisis, CISLAC warns

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja As Nigeria marks Democracy Day and 26 years of continuous democratic governance on June 12, 2025, the Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) has issued a stark warning about the country’s democratic trajectory. The organisation decried what it described as a “frightening collapse” of responsible, transparent, and accountable governance under President […] The post June 12: Nigeria’s democracy backsliding amid governance crisis, CISLAC warns appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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67 h. ago Abiola Family Seeks Law To Institutionalize June 12 As Democracy Day

The family of the martyr of June 12, 1993 Presidential election, Aare Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola on Thursday, appealed to the President Bola Tinubu-led federal government to evolve a legislation that will permanently institutionalise June 12 as Nigeria’s Democracy Day. According to the Abiola family, this measure will permanently immortalise the late MKO Abiola and […]

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