3 d. ago June 12: Aiyedatiwa Hails Heroes Of Democracy, Says Nigeria On Right Path

The Ondo State governor, Hon.  Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has said that Nigeria’s democratic journey, despite the losses suffered in the past, continues to yield gains that must be consolidated to build a more inclusive and accountable society. He made this assertion on Thursday, during the commemoration of the 32nd anniversary of the annulment of the June […]

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4 d. ago Rights groups demand recognition of June 12 activists, martyrs

Human rights groups, Defend Nigeria Movement (DNM) and Nigeria Unite for Democracy (NUD), have called on the Federal Government to recognise the coalition of June 12 activists and martyrs. The demand comes as the nation marks the 32nd anniversary of the annulled June 12, 1993 presidential election. Addressing the media at the Lagos Airport Hotel, […] The post Rights groups demand recognition of June 12 activists, martyrs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago June 12: Don cautions against move to deny Tinubu second term in office

Tribune Online June 12: Don cautions against move to deny Tinubu second term in office As Nigerians mark the 27th anniversary of the annulled June 12, 1993 election won by the late Chief MKO Abiola, an educationist, Dr Layo Adeniyi, who is one of the victims of General Sani Abacha’s gulag, has described President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as a continuation of the sage, Chief Obafemi Awolowo, and Abiola, cautioning that […] June 12: Don cautions against move to deny Tinubu second term in office Tribune Online

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4 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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5 d. ago June 12 anniversary: Anyaoku, govs, Shehu Sani, others to hold tribute session at Abiola’s Ikeja residence

Tribune Online June 12 anniversary: Anyaoku, govs, Shehu Sani, others to hold tribute session at Abiola’s Ikeja residence PROMINENT leaders are converging on Lagos in honour of the late businessman and politician, Chief Moshood Kashimawo Abiola, for the 32nd anniversary of the annulled June 12, 1993 election, which he won. The event is under the theme “Nigeria’s Democracy Day Dialogue” with Professor Anthony Kila of The Patriots, a body of elder statesmen and […] June 12 anniversary: Anyaoku, govs, Shehu Sani, others to hold tribute session at Abiola’s Ikeja residence Tribune Online

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6 d. ago Sudden death: Shehu Sani raises alarm as another popular broadcaster slumps, dies

By John Ogunsemore Former Senator for Kaduna Central, Shehu Sani has reiterated his call for better awareness on sudden death following the death of ace Nigerian broadcaster, Yahaya Umar. The staff of Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN) reportedly slumped and died on duty. News of Umar’s demise filtered in on Monday, although details remain […] The post Sudden death: Shehu Sani raises alarm as another popular broadcaster slumps, dies appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Jubril Aminu: Nigeria lost one of its greatest intellectuals, visionary leaders – Shehu Sani

y John Ogunsemore Former Kaduna Central senator, Shehu Sani has mourned the demise of former Minister of Education, Prof. Jubril Aminu. Daily Sun learnt that Aminu died aged 85 years in Abuja on Thursday after a prolonged illness. His funeral prayer is scheduled for 2.00 pm at Abuja National Mosque. In an X post, Sani […] The post Jubril Aminu: Nigeria lost one of its greatest intellectuals, visionary leaders – Shehu Sani appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago ‘Your Criticism Of Tinubu Due To Missed Appointments,’ Shehu Sani Tackles El

Former Kaduna Central senator, Shehu Sani has taken a swipe at former Governors Nasir El-Rufai and Rotimi Amaechi over their recent criticisms of President Bola Tinubu, stating that the accusations were due to missed political appointments. Senator Sani who represented Kaduna Central in the 8th Senate, lashed out at the duo for blaming Tinubu’s policies […]

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1 week ago You’ve no moral right to critisise Tinubu — Shehu Sani blasts El

Tribune Online You’ve no moral right to critisise Tinubu — Shehu Sani blasts El-Rufai, Amaechi “There’s nothing wrong with criticising a government. But when such criticism stems from personal disappointment over missed appointments rather than genuine concern for the people, it becomes dangerous.” You’ve no moral right to critisise Tinubu — Shehu Sani blasts El-Rufai, Amaechi Tribune Online

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1 week ago 2027 Election: North Must Support Tinubu For Sake Of Equity —Shehu Sani

Former lawmaker representing Kaduna Central, Shehu Sani, has appealed to northerners to support the re-election bid of President Bola Tinubu. Mr. Sani called for massive backing of President Tinubu, to complete eight-year south-west presidency in 2027 presidential election. Speaking during a press conference in Kaduna on Monday, the former Senator, who is also a member […] The post 2027 Election: North Must Support Tinubu For Sake Of Equity —Shehu Sani appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Presidency: Northerners who had opportunity failed to turn region into paradise – Shehu Sani

Says North must support South West in 2027 to complete eight years in power From Noah Ebije, Kaduna The Senator who represented Kaduna Central zone at the 8th Senate, Shehu Sani, has lambasted leaders of Northern extraction who controlled the affairs of the country but failed to turn the Northern region into a socio-economic paradise […] The post Presidency: Northerners who had opportunity failed to turn region into paradise – Shehu Sani appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago ‘Big embarrassment’ – Shehu Sani decries shutdown of courts by judiciary workers

By John Ogunsemore Former Kaduna Central senator, Shehu Sani said the shutdown of the courts by judiciary workers is a ‘big embarrassment’ to the nation. The Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN) had fixed Monday, June 2 to commence a strike to protest the non-payment of five months’ arrears of wage award, the non-implementation of […] The post ‘Big embarrassment’ – Shehu Sani decries shutdown of courts by judiciary workers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago How I survived Abacha’s plot to kill me, Abiola, Yar’Adua – Obasanjo

Nigeria’s former President Olusegun Obasanjo has detailed how he survived the “evil plan” hatched by former Head of State, General Sani Abacha, to kill him, alongside General Shehu Musa Yar’Adua and the winner of the June 12, 1993, elections, Chief M.K.O. Abiola. Obasanjo made the disclosure at Ogbor Uvuru in Aboh Mbaise, Imo State, last […] The post How I survived Abacha’s plot to kill me, Abiola, Yar’Adua – Obasanjo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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