7 h. ago June 12: M.K.O Abiola paid supreme price to enthrone democracy in Nigeria –Ucheaga

By Dickson Okafor Johnny Ucheaga, former National Administrative Secretary of the defunct National Centre Party of Nigeria (NCPN) said the late M.K.O. Abiola paid the supreme price to enthrone democracy in Nigeria, But he expressed regret that some politicians betrayed what they fought.   What is your assessment of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu -led administration […] The post June 12: M.K.O Abiola paid supreme price to enthrone democracy in Nigeria –Ucheaga appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago June 12: Lawmakers urged to prioritize national interest for sustainable democracy

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Lawmakers at the federal and state levels have been urged to put in front things that strengthen the unity of Nigeria and its development against their personal interest. They were also asked to strengthen their oversight, which is a constitutional duty, and fast-tracking other legislative actions that would ensure the delivery […] The post June 12: Lawmakers urged to prioritize national interest for sustainable democracy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 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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3 d. ago Lagos Assembly asks Clerk to write, commend fighters of Nigeria’s democracy

Tribune Online Lagos Assembly asks Clerk to write, commend fighters of Nigeria’s democracy "We cannot talk of June 12 without mentioning Kudirat Abiola, Alfred Rewane, and others who were killed in the struggle. Lagos Assembly asks Clerk to write, commend fighters of Nigeria’s democracy Tribune Online

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5 d. ago Tinubu Hails Abdulsalami At 83, Lauds Role In Nigeria’s Democracy

President Bola Tinubu has paid glowing tribute to former Head of State, General Abdulsalami Abubakar (rtd), as the elder statesman marks his 83rd birthday. The President commended the former Nigerian leader for his pivotal role in Nigeria’s return to democratic rule and his lifelong commitment to peace and national stability. In a statement he personally […]

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5 d. ago June 12: Good governance is the cornerstone of democracy —CAN

Tribune Online June 12: Good governance is the cornerstone of democracy —CAN THE Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) asserted that good governance is fundamental to any democracy and calls for transparency and accountability at all levels of government. In a message commemorating the 2025 Democracy Day, CAN President Archbishop Daniel Okoh emphasized that the day symbolizes Nigerians’ collective commitment to democracy, freedom, and justice. He stated that […] June 12: Good governance is the cornerstone of democracy —CAN Tribune Online

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5 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 Political class responsible for Nigeria’s mess — Dr Bitrus Pogu

Tribune Online Political class responsible for Nigeria’s mess — Dr Bitrus Pogu Dr. Bitrus Pogu, National President of the Middle Belt Forum (MBF), shares his thoughts with ISAAC SHOBAYO on Nigeria’s 26 years of uninterrupted democratic governance, assessing its achievements, failures, and the path forward. SIR, what is your assessment of 26 years of uninterrupted democracy in Nigeria? Nigeria has unfortunately regressed. The democratic institutions that should […] Political class responsible for Nigeria’s mess — Dr Bitrus Pogu Tribune Online

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5 d. 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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5 d. ago Nigeria’s democracy will suffer if parliament operates on part

Tribune Online Nigeria’s democracy will suffer if parliament operates on part-time basis — Senate Adaramodu made this known while responding to growing calls for the country to adopt a part-time parliamentary system. Nigeria’s democracy will suffer if parliament operates on part-time basis — Senate Tribune Online

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5 d. ago June 12: You Were Busy Shopping In Malaysia While Others Fights For Democracy – Bwala Knocks Obi

Special Adviser on Policy Communication to President Bola Tinubu, Daniel Bwala has berated former Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, for criticizing current administration. Mr. Bwala suggested that Obi should have no position on issues of June 12, 1993. The former Peoples Democratic Party’s chieftain noted that the ex- Anambra State governor was in Malaysia […] The post June 12: You Were Busy Shopping In Malaysia While Others Fights For Democracy – Bwala Knocks Obi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Immunity for president, governors must go if Nigeria democracy must survive – Jega

Insists that immunity for president, governors must go if Nigeria democracy must survive Former National Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Attahiru M. Jega has lamented that those who were elected to protect Nigeria’s democracy have become its greatest threat. Jega, a professor of Political Science, made the observation while presenting a paper […] The post Immunity for president, governors must go if Nigeria democracy must survive – Jega appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago June 12: The Abacha people are now legislators, ministers — Adeniyi Akintola, SAN

Tribune Online June 12: The Abacha people are now legislators, ministers — Adeniyi Akintola, SAN A Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Chief Adeniyi Akintola, in this interview by SAM NWAOKO speaks on his June 12, 1993 experiences, his activism and pro-democracy struggles among other issues. June 12 is 32 while democracy is 26 years in Nigeria. We are celebrating while some Nigerians would rather prefer that we reflect and think […] June 12: The Abacha people are now legislators, ministers — Adeniyi Akintola, SAN Tribune Online

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6 d. ago June 12: ‘Nigeria’s political elites have benefited most from this democracy’

Tribune Online June 12: ‘Nigeria’s political elites have benefited most from this democracy’ Thirty-two years ago, a free and fair election in Nigeria won by Chief M.K.O. Abiola was annulled by the military junta. The conduct, outcome, and consequences of the election have since then left an indelible mark on the annals of Nigeria’s history. A cross section of Nigerians were asked online and offline by Saturday Tribune […] June 12: ‘Nigeria’s political elites have benefited most from this democracy’ Tribune Online

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6 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 President, S’Court, Wike are defenders of democracy – Turnah

From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa Acting chairman of the Bayelsa State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), George Turnah has hailed President Bola Tinubu, the Supreme Court of Nigeria, and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, describing them as defenders of democracy. George Turnah said Tinubu, Wike, the Supreme Court, the […] The post President, S’Court, Wike are defenders of democracy – Turnah appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago June 12: Abiola’s Daughter Hafsat Hails Tinubu For Honouring Late Mother Kudirat

Hafsat Abiola, the daughter of late Chief MKO Abiola, has applauded President Bola Tinubu for posthumously conferring the Commander of the Order of the Federal Republic (CFR) national honour on her late mother, Mrs Kudirat Abiola, a prominent pro-democracy activist assassinated in 1996 for her role in the struggle to actualize June 12, 1993 presidential […]

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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 “Everything Around Us Is Crumbling” – Kate Henshaw Decries 26 Years Of Nigerian Democracy

Nigerian actress and activist Kate Henshaw has voiced her disappointment over the current condition of the country. Henshaw stated that Nigeria’s 26 years of uninterrupted democracy have yielded little to no visible progress, adding that the democratic experience holds no real meaning for the majority of citizens. The actress shared her thoughts during a special […] The post “Everything Around Us Is Crumbling” – Kate Henshaw Decries 26 Years Of Nigerian Democracy appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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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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