3 d. ago Nigeria’s Defence Ministers since 1999 — and the conflicts that defined their time in office

Since the return to democracy in 1999, every Nigerian Defence Minister has inherited a country at war with itself in read more Nigeria’s Defence Ministers since 1999 — and the conflicts that defined their time in office

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6 d. ago Nigeria’s democracy thrives because Jonathan placed nation above ambition – Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has applauded former President Goodluck Jonathan’s selfless sacrifice as a guardian of democracy whose legacy extends far read more Nigeria’s democracy thrives because Jonathan placed nation above ambition – Tinubu

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7 d. ago Tinubu congratulates Jonathan at 68, hails role in Nigeria’s democracy

President Tinubu congratulates Goodluck Jonathan on his 68th birthday, praising his statesmanship and role in strengthening Nigeria’s democracy. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-congratulates-jonathan-at-68-hails-role-in-nigerias-democracy/

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7 d. ago Jonathan’s 2015 Gesture Strengthened Nigeria’s Democracy — Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated former President Goodluck Jonathan on his 68th birthday. In a statement by Presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, the President joined family, friends, and political associates to celebrate the former President on this special occasion and for his contributions to nation-building. President Tinubu noted the simplicity and humility that define Dr Jonathan’s […]

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7 d. ago Electoral reform advocate says politicians’ conduct threatens Nigeria’s democracy

Nigeria’s push toward credible elections remains at risk as political actors continue to undermine electoral integrity, the Electoral Reform Coalition read more Electoral reform advocate says politicians’ conduct threatens Nigeria’s democracy

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7 d. ago 15 Percent Tariff: Thank You For Listening To Nigerians Mr President

Mr President, your decision to suspend the 15% tariff on petrol and diesel is more than a policy pause. It is a historic moment. It signals that, for the first time in twenty-six years of our democracy, a Nigerian President has chosen the people over monopoly. You have shown that leadership is not about bowing […]

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7 d. ago Calling Trump to save Nigeria’s democracy, national threat — Wike

"This is a national security threat. Some are even calling Trump to 'save their democracy.' How can you call an outsider to..."

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7 d. ago Wike rejects PDP factional leader’s claims, says Nigeria’s democracy stable

Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has dismissed allegations by Tanimu Turaki, factional National Chairman of the read more Wike rejects PDP factional leader’s claims, says Nigeria’s democracy stable

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8 d. ago ‘Your Call For Foreign Invasion Reckless, Unpatriotic’, APC Flays New PDP Chairman Turaki

The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has condemned the call for foreign invasion of Nigeria by the new national chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Kabiru Tanimu Turaki, SAN. Addressing journalists in Abuja on Tuesday, Turaki called on the United States President, Donald Trump, to save Nigerian democracy which, according to him, was in […]

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8 d. ago “There’s Not Only Christian Genocide In Nigeria, Our Democracy Is Under Threat, Come Save Us” – PDP Chairman Turaki Begs U.S. President Trump

National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Kabiru Turaki, has on Tuesday made appealed to the President of the United States, Donald Trump and the international community to intervene in Nigeria’s political climate. Speaking to journalists before the PDP faction he leads attempted to hold a National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting, which led to […] The post “There’s Not Only Christian Genocide In Nigeria, Our Democracy Is Under Threat, Come Save Us” – PDP Chairman Turaki Begs U.S. President Trump appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 d. ago PDP crisis: Trump needs to come and rescue Nigeria’s democracy — Turaki

"I want to call on President Trump; what is at stake is not just genocide against Nigerian Christians. He should come and..."

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9 d. ago 2027: Editors as catalysts of democracy, national cohesion, and electoral integrity

Being the Text of Keynote Address by Hope Uzodinma, Governor, Imo State, At the 2025 All Nigerian Editors Conference (ANEC), read more 2027: Editors as catalysts of democracy, national cohesion, and electoral integrity

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1 week ago To save PDP is to save Nigeria’s democracy, says Gbenga Hashim

Urges reconciliation of aggrieved members Amid deepening tensions within the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), former presidential candidate and founding member read more To save PDP is to save Nigeria’s democracy, says Gbenga Hashim

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2 w. ago Editors Accountable For Democracy, Electoral Integrity — Uzodimma

Imo State governor, Senator Hope Uzodimma, has said that editors and media leaders must be held accountable for the strength of Nigeria’s democracy, the integrity of its elections, and the level of public trust ahead of the 2027 general polls. Delivering the keynote address at the 2025 All Nigeria Editors Conference (ANEC) held at the […]

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2 w. ago Nigeria’s Democracy Threatened By Electoral Fraud, Apathy — Ex

Two former governors of Bayelsa and Rivers States, Senator Henry Seriake Dickson and Rotimi Amaechi, have expressed concern over Nigeria’s electoral integrity, warning that persistent vote manipulation and growing voter apathy pose serious threats to the country’s democracy. The duo spoke on Monday at the fifth anniversary lecture of First Daily newspaper, held in Abuja, […]

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2 w. ago Abuja gifted children’s school wins NILDS’ 10th quiz competition

…South-West cliches 2nd position with 60 points  The School of the Gifted, Gwagwalada, in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Abuja, emerged victorious at the 10th National Quiz Competition on Legislature and Democracy for Senior Secondary Schools in Nigeria organised on Monday by the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS). NILDS is an organ […]

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2 w. ago Nigeria’s democracy under threat from electoral fraud, apathy — Ex

“We have a long way to go in protecting the sovereignty that the Constitution says belongs to the people. Rigging of elections is the worst coup you can plan,” he said.

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2 w. ago PDP faction petitions US, EU over ‘threats to democracy’ in Nigeria

Members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), under the platform of the PDP Like-Mind Group, on Thursday staged a peaceful protest at the United States Embassy in Abuja, calling for international intervention to safeguard Nigeria’s democracy from what they described as an emerging one-party state. Led by Mr Moses Aliu, the protesters also visited the […]

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2 w. ago PDP group petitions US, EU over ‘threats to democracy’ in Nigeria

“We appeal to the international community to help save Nigeria from descending into a one-party state,” said Aliu, who led the march

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3 w. ago Invasion of PDP secretariat direct assault on democratic values — Olabode George

Besides, the PDP chieftain said the action not only undermined public confidence and threatened national stability, but also "sends a dangerous signal to the international community about the state of democracy in Nigeria."

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