2 d. 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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4 d. 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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5 d. 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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6 d. ago Democracy day: NHRC lauds FG, INEC for Humphrey Nwosu’s national award

Tribune Online Democracy day: NHRC lauds FG, INEC for Humphrey Nwosu’s national award "His tenure will forever be remembered for the conduct of the June 12, 1993 presidential election, widely regarded as one of the freest and fairest in Nigeria's history." Democracy day: NHRC lauds FG, INEC for Humphrey Nwosu’s national award Tribune Online

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6 d. ago June 12: Democracy in Nigeria now tool to oppress the weak — Rhodes

Tribune Online June 12: Democracy in Nigeria now tool to oppress the weak — Rhodes-Vivour The Labour Party’s (LP) governorship candidate for Lagos State in the 2023 elections, Mr. Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, has described Democracy Day as both pretentious and dubious. He argues that Nigeria cannot truly be considered a democracy when state institutions are manipulated and used as tools to oppress the weak. In a statement shared on his X […] June 12: Democracy in Nigeria now tool to oppress the weak — Rhodes-Vivour Tribune Online

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6 d. 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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6 d. ago PANDEF calls for restoration of democracy in Rivers on 26th anniversary 

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 PANDEF calls for restoration of democracy in Rivers on 26th anniversary  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Your Govt Lacks Integrity, Transparency – Imo PDP Knocks Gov Uzodinma On Democracy Day

The Peoples Democratic Party in Imo State chapter, has berated Governor Hope Uzodinma over what its described as ‘poor governance’. Imo PDP charged Governor Uzodinma to restore confidence of the people in democratic governance, insisting that the State Government under his watch lacks integrity and transparency. In a press statement to mark 2025 Democracy Day, […] The post Your Govt Lacks Integrity, Transparency – Imo PDP Knocks Gov Uzodinma On Democracy Day appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Nigeria would’ve been better if my father was president – MKO Abiola’s son

By Seyi Babalola MKO Abiola’s son, Jamiu Abiola, believes Nigeria would have been significantly better off economically if his father, a democracy hero, had been allowed to become president in 1993. Jamiu made the statement on Thursday at Channels Television’s June 12 Special Forum to commemorate Nigeria’s 26-year period of uninterrupted democratic government. “Nigeria would […] The post Nigeria would’ve been better if my father was president – MKO Abiola’s son appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Democracy Day: LCCI Emphasises Stable Political Environment For Business Growth

The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has underscored the critical role that a stable political environment plays in facilitating business success in Nigeria. The Chamber stated this in celebrating Democracy Day. The director-general of LCCI, Dr. Chinyere Almona, emphasised that a stable political climate is essential for fostering economic growth, attracting investments, and […]

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6 d. ago June 12: Tinubu’s Leadership Brought True Democracy To Nigeria – AMAC Chairman

The Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) Chairman, Christopher Zakka Maikalangu, has lauded President Bola Tinubu for his unwavering commitment to democratic values and national development, as Nigeria marks the 2025 Democracy Day. In a statement yesterday, Maikalangu praised the president for entrenching the rule of law, promoting freedom of speech, and ensuring that Nigerians enjoy […]

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6 d. ago Nigeria Still Struggling For True Democracy Despite Civilian Rule – Fayemi

As Nigeria commemorated Democracy Day on Thursday, former Ekiti State Governor, Kayode Fayemi, asserted that the country is yet to achieve genuine democracy, despite returning to civilian rule in 1999. Addressing journalists, Fayemi highlighted the crucial difference between conducting elections and practicing real democratic governance. He pointed out that while Nigerians regained the right to […] The post Nigeria Still Struggling For True Democracy Despite Civilian Rule – Fayemi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. 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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6 d. ago Bako urges Nigerians to safeguard democracy, engage youth in nation building

Former Director-General of the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), Dr Nasir Danladi Bako, has called on Nigerians to protect and cherish the nation’s hard-earned democracy, while upholding the principles of free speech and freedom of association. He made the appeal during a special Democracy Day interview on Radio Nigeria Sokoto’s Royal FM 101.5 where he featured […] The post Bako urges Nigerians to safeguard democracy, engage youth in nation building appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. 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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7 d. 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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7 d. ago June 12: Democracy must work for people, not just at polls – Sen Akpoti

By Sunday Ani As Nigeria commemorates Democracy Day, Senator Natasha Akpoti Uduaghan has called on Nigerians to uphold the ideals of justice, equity, inclusion, and national unity, insisting that democracy must yield tangible benefits beyond elections. In her Democracy Day message, she paid tribute to the late Chief Moshood Kashimawo Abiola and other pro-democracy heroes […] The post June 12: Democracy must work for people, not just at polls – Sen Akpoti-Uduaghan appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Tinubu’s Audacious Reforms Prevented Economic Collapse — Soludo

Anambra State governor, Prof. Charles Soludo, has stated that President Bola Tinubu’s “audacious” structural reforms averted a total collapse of Nigeria’s economy. Speaking at The Platform, a special Democracy Day edition organised by The Covenant Nation church in the Iganmu area of Lagos State on Thursday, the former Central Bank governor praised the administration’s bold […]

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7 d. 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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7 d. ago Democracy Day: Dickson slams Tinubu over silence on Rivers Emergency rule

Alleges suppression by Akpabio As Nigeria marked Democracy Day on Thursday, Senator Seriake Dickson launched a scathing critique of read more Democracy Day: Dickson slams Tinubu over silence on Rivers Emergency rule

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