37 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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61 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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68 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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3 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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3 d. 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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3 d. ago Democracy Day: Minister celebrates women, families, urges inclusive progress

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has extended heartfelt felicitations to Nigerian women, children, families, and vulnerable groups on the occasion of Democracy Day. In a statement released by her media aide, Jonathan Eze, she praised the resilience of Nigerians and emphasised the importance of inclusive democracy for the nation’s […] The post Democracy Day: Minister celebrates women, families, urges inclusive progress appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 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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4 d. ago Democracy Day: Nigerian youth hold solidarity rally for Tinubu in Abuja

Tribune Online Democracy Day: Nigerian youth hold solidarity rally for Tinubu in Abuja A cross-section of Nigerian youth under the umbrella of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) held a solidarity rally and march on Thursday in support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as part of this year's Democracy Day celebration. Democracy Day: Nigerian youth hold solidarity rally for Tinubu in Abuja Tribune Online

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4 d. ago Presidency apologises for including Fasoranti, Madunagu in posthumous Democracy Day national honours list

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Presidency has apologised for mistakenly listing two prominent pro-democracy activists as posthumous awardees in the Democracy Day national honours award. The original honours list, unveiled to celebrate individuals who played pivotal roles in Nigeria’s democratic restoration, erroneously included Pa Reuben Fasoranti, the respected Afenifere leader, and Dr. Edwin Madunagu. Special […] The post Presidency apologises for including Fasoranti, Madunagu in posthumous Democracy Day national honours list appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. 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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4 d. 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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4 d. 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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4 d. ago June 12: Chukwuma calls for strengthening democratic credentials of states, local government institutions

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha As Nigerians mark the 2025 Democracy Day celebration, the candidate of the Young Progressives Party (YPP) for the November 8 governorship election in Anambra State, Chief Paul Chukwuma, has called for the strengthening of the democratic credentials of state and local government institutions in Nigeria. Chukwuma, in a statement issued on […] The post June 12: Chukwuma calls for strengthening democratic credentials of states, local government institutions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago June 12: Indiscipline Threatening Our Democracy – CSOs, Parties

As Nigeria marks 26 years of interrupted democracy, Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) and political parties have said that indiscipline is a threat to the system. With the nation rolling out drums to celebrate this year’s Democracy Day, CSOs have expressed concerns over how the political class has managed Nigeria’s democratic experience since 1999. The administration […]

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4 d. ago June 12: Nigeria’s Democracy Still Work In Progress – Afenifere

As the nation prepares to celebrate Democracy Day, the pan-Yoruba sociocultural group, Afenifere, has said Nigeria’s democracy and national development remain a work in progress. Reuben Fasoranti, the group’s leader, made this known in a statement on Wednesday, urging Nigerians to unite regardless of ethnic or religious divides and confront the country’s challenges together. He […] The post June 12: Nigeria’s Democracy Still Work In Progress – Afenifere appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Tinubu Cancels Democracy Day National Broadcast, To Address Nigerians From National Assembly

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has cancelled the scheduled national broadcast originally planned for Thursday morning, June 12, in celebration of Nigeria’s Democracy Day. The announcement was made through a statement issued by the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF) on Wednesday. Initially, the OSGF had informed Nigerians that Tinubu would […] The post Tinubu Cancels Democracy Day National Broadcast, To Address Nigerians From National Assembly appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago President Tinubu cancels Democracy Day broadcast, will address parliament instead

President Bola Tinubu has cancelled his planned nationwide television broadcast for Nigeria’s 26th Democracy Day celebration and will instead deliver read more President Tinubu cancels Democracy Day broadcast, will address parliament instead

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5 d. ago June 12: Gombe NSCDC deploys 500 personnel for Democracy day celebration

Tribune Online June 12: Gombe NSCDC deploys 500 personnel for Democracy day celebration The Gombe State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has deployed 500 personnel across June 12: Gombe NSCDC deploys 500 personnel for Democracy day celebration Tribune Online

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6 d. ago IPOB calls on Igbos to boycott June 12 Democracy Day celebration

Insists no faction in Ohanaeze From Stanley Uzoaru, Owerri The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has called on the people of the South East to shun the celebration of June 12, declared by the Federal Government as Democracy Day. Spokesperson of the group, Emma Powerful, noted that May 30 remains a historic day for the […] The post IPOB calls on Igbos to boycott June 12 Democracy Day celebration appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago FG declares Thursday, June 12 public holiday to mark 2025 Democracy Day

The Federal Government has declared Thursday, June 12, 2025, as a public holiday to mark this year’s Democracy Day celebration. read more FG declares Thursday, June 12 public holiday to mark 2025 Democracy Day

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