46 h. ago ‘Supreme Court’s Validation Of Edo Guber Outcome Portends Danger To Democracy’, Says Obaseki

The immediate-past governor of Edo State, Godwin Obaseki, has expressed strong dissatisfaction with the Supreme Court’s ruling on the September 21, 2024, governorship election in the state, warning that the alleged manipulation of the exercise and subsequent judicial validation of the electon outcome, portends grave danger to Nigeria’s democracy. In a statement released on Thursday, […]

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65 h. ago Coalition’s ADC Aimed At Saving Nigeria’s Democracy, Says Tinubu’s Ally Kashim Imam

Elder statesman and political ally of President Bola Tinubu, Kashim Ibrahim-Imam, has said that the emergence of t opposition coalition under the platform of African Democratic Congress (ADC) could be the single most consequential act to safeguard Nigeria’s fragile democracy ahead of the 2027 general election. In a statement titled “The Simple Bravery That Will […]

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3 d. ago Insecurity: FG thanks military for defending democracy, keeping Nigeria united

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Federal Government has commended  the Armed Forces for their loyalty, bravery and determination to keep the country united despite the atrocities of some selfish and disgruntled politicians to destabilize the peace of the nation. The FG has also thanked the armed forces for defending the nations democracy with the last […] The post Insecurity: FG thanks military for defending democracy, keeping Nigeria united appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Anambra consociational democracy and Soludo humanism matters

By Maduabuchi Dukor Anambra State consociational democracy rooted in power-sharing among the three senatorial zones has stabilized the polity with the incumbent Governor, Prof. Charles Chukwuma Soludo, in the middle of his consociational democratic tenure, leading the state to the sublime socio-economic transformation ever  witnessed before in the history of the state. As the headwinds […] The post Anambra consociational democracy and Soludo humanism matters appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago FG thanks military for defending democracy, keeping Nigeria united

DHQ establishes Joint Doctrine and Welfare Centre From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Federal Government has commended members of the armed forces for their loyalty, bravery, and determination to keep the country united despite the atrocities of some selfish and disgruntled politicians to destabilise the peace of the nation. The FG has also thanked members of […] The post FG thanks military for defending democracy, keeping Nigeria united appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago A lot of people kicked against Tinubu’s reforms, but we’ve started to see the fruits — Sen. Olamilekan Adeola

Tribune Online A lot of people kicked against Tinubu’s reforms, but we’ve started to see the fruits — Sen. Olamilekan Adeola Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola is the Chairman, Senate Committee on Appropriation, and a veteran of the legislature in Nigeria in his own right. In this interview with KEHINDE AKINTOLA, he speaks on how Nigerian democracy has survived its longest unbroken streak of 26 years in the country, the socio-economic reforms being championed by President Bola […] A lot of people kicked against Tinubu’s reforms, but we’ve started to see the fruits — Sen. Olamilekan Adeola Tribune Online

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8 d. ago ADC Coalition Formed To Preserve Democracy, Not Fight Presidency – Bolaji Abdullahi

Spokesman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Bolaji Abdullahi, has clarified that the newly formed political coalition under the ADC is not merely targeted at opposing President Bola Tinubu, but rather aimed at safeguarding Nigeria’s democracy ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking with news men on Thursday, Abdullahi dismissed the perception that the coalition […] The post ADC Coalition Formed To Preserve Democracy, Not Fight Presidency – Bolaji Abdullahi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 d. ago 2027 Poll: “Coalition Will Rescue Nigeria From Collapse, Rebuild Democracy” – David Mark Assures

Former senate president and interim national Chairman of African Democratic Congress, David Mark, has said that the coalition of opposition political parties will prevent Nigeria from collapsing into a one-party state. Mr. Mark led this out on Wednesday, at the unveiling of ADC as the platform for the coalition ahead of 2027 elections. The former […] The post 2027 Poll: “Coalition Will Rescue Nigeria From Collapse, Rebuild Democracy” – David Mark Assures appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Insurgency: You are bound to fail — COAS tells terrorists, enemies of democracy

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has warned those seeking to disrupt the nations democracy to have a rethink, as they are bound to fail and their boast lacks value. This is just just as Gen Oluyede has again reiterated the determination of the Nigerian Army to […] The post Insurgency: You are bound to fail — COAS tells terrorists, enemies of democracy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Nigeria, Benin Republic Collaborate On Strengthening Democracy In West Africa

Nigeria and the Benin Republic have renewed their partnership to deepen parliamentary cooperation and democratic consolidation in the West African subregion. This is just as Nigeria‘s National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), Nigeria, and the Parliamentary Institute of Benin (IPaB) held a workshop on implementing their Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Cotonou yesterday. […]

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2 w. ago Nigeria’s Democracy Is In Danger, But Youths Must Not Back Down – Atiku

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has urged Nigerian youths to stay committed to the democratic process despite what he described as ongoing attempts by the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to shrink the country’s political space. On Wednesday, June 25, 2025, in Abuja, Atiku urged youths not to abandon Nigeria’s democracy while meeting PDP Grassroots […] The post Nigeria’s Democracy Is In Danger, But Youths Must Not Back Down – Atiku appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Omukoro abduction violent blow to Nigerian democracy – IPOB lawyer

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha Human Rights Advocate and Counsel to the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Barr Ifeanyi Ejiofor, has bemoaned the abduction of the Bayelsa State High Court Judge, Justice E G Omukoro, noting that the collective descent into lawlessness has reached a disgraceful and terrifying new low in Nigeria. In a statement released […] The post Omukoro abduction violent blow to Nigerian democracy – IPOB lawyer appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Democracy in name only: The irony of Nigeria’s Democratic celebration (1)

This article is the first of a three-part series examining the deep contradictions at the heart of Nigeria’s democratic experiment. In Part One, we explore the painful irony of Democracy Day in light of the violence in Benue and the broader failure of the Nigerian state to protect its citizens.   Democracy in Nigeria was […] The post Democracy in name only: The irony of Nigeria’s Democratic celebration (1) appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Constitution amendment will correct structural imbalances, deepen democracy – Senate leader Bamidele

• Says zonal hearings’ll be inclusive From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja Senate Leader, Opeyemi Bamidele has assured Nigerians that the forthcoming zonal public hearings on the proposed amendments to the 1999 Constitution would be inclusive and participatory. Bamidele, who represents Ekiti Central Senatorial District, gave the assurance in a midterm statement, yesterday. “The Constitution Review Committee […] The post Constitution amendment will correct structural imbalances, deepen democracy – Senate leader Bamidele appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Tinubu tasks media on unity, ethical journalism as NUJ celebrates 70 years

Tribune Online Tinubu tasks media on unity, ethical journalism as NUJ celebrates 70 years President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has emphasised the pivotal role of the Nigerian media in fostering national unity, strengthening democracy, and shaping the country’s future... Tinubu tasks media on unity, ethical journalism as NUJ celebrates 70 years Tribune Online

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2 w. ago I am worried about the kind of democracy we practise in Nigeria – Zakari

Larai Mohammed Zakari is a retired comptroller of Immigration and a diplomat of international standard. She spoke on Nigeria’s democracy; read more I am worried about the kind of democracy we practise in Nigeria – Zakari

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2 w. ago Nigeria, Benin sign integration agreement, as Tinubu, Talon call for urgent regional reforms

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Nigeria and the Republic of Benin took a significant step towards deeper bilateral integration on Saturday, June 21, by signing an agreement aimed at strengthening cooperation and serving as a model for broader Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) regional integration. The Nigeria-Benin integration effort builds on recent initiatives such […] The post Nigeria, Benin sign integration agreement, as Tinubu, Talon call for urgent regional reforms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. 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 w. ago National Honours Will Heal Historical Grievances, Says Obasa

The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa has described President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s June 12 conferment of national honours on 139 Nigerians who laboured or lost their lives for the nation’s democracy to survive and thrive as a potent panacea for healing age-long historical grievances. During his June 12, […]

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3 w. 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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