1 week ago Economic reforms spur renewed growth, price, exchange rate stability

Tribune Online Economic reforms spur renewed growth, price, exchange rate stability President Bola Ahmed Tinubu said his administration’s bold economic reforms are delivering strong growth, price stability, and a more stable exchange rate—a trajectory recognised by both international financial institutions and industry stakeholders, writes JOSEPH INOKOTONG. In commemoration of the 2025 Democracy Day, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu used his address to the National Assembly to highlight […] Economic reforms spur renewed growth, price, exchange rate stability Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Lamido faults list of national honour awardees over June 12 struggle

Tribune Online Lamido faults list of national honour awardees over June 12 struggle AS reactions trail the 2025 national honour President Bola Tinubu bestowed on some personalities to mark Democracy Day, indications are that the names of more persons who were involved in the June 12 struggle are being compiled for such recognition. This is just as A former Minister of Foreign Affairs, Alhaji Sule Lamido, has expressed […] Lamido faults list of national honour awardees over June 12 struggle Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Tinubu’s political rhetoric, economic and democratic paradoxes

By Ikemefuna Ozobi President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Democracy Day address to the joint session of the National Assembly on June 12, 2025, came at a critical juncture in Nigeria’s democratic and economic trajectory. While his speech was rhetorically polished, historically expansive and symbolically generous, it also appeared tone-deaf to the economic suffering endured by ordinary […] The post Tinubu’s political rhetoric, economic and democratic paradoxes appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Accelerating growth, achieving price, exchange rate stability with economic reforms

In commemoration of the 2025 Democracy Day, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, used his address to the National Assembly to highlight read more Accelerating growth, achieving price, exchange rate stability with economic reforms

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3 w. 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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3 w. ago Aisha Yesufu not among awardees — Presidency disowns fake national honours list

Tribune Online Aisha Yesufu not among awardees — Presidency disowns fake national honours list The Presidency has disowned a widely circulated list falsely claiming that human rights activist and government critic, Aisha Yesufu, was among Nigerians recently awarded national honours by President Bola Tinubu. Aisha Yesufu not among awardees — Presidency disowns fake national honours list Tribune Online

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3 w. ago June 12 meaningless if people’s votes don’t count – Adegboruwa

By John Ogunsemore A Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa said the essence of June 12 would be lost if the votes of Nigerians do not count. The human rights lawyer stated this in a Friday statement titled, “June 12 Honours List”. Adegboruwa lauded the Bola Tinubu administration for conferring national honours on some of […] The post June 12 meaningless if people’s votes don’t count – Adegboruwa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. 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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3 w. 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 w. 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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3 w. ago Opposition must get act together, Tinubu won’t help – Saraki

By John Ogunsemore Former Senate President Bukola Saraki said the opposition must become better organised and not expect help from President Bola Tinubu. Saraki said this in reaction to Tinubu’s Democracy Day speech delivered before a joint session of the National Assembly on Thursday. Mocking the opposition, the president had said, “It is a joy […] The post Opposition must get act together, Tinubu won’t help – Saraki appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Democracy Day: Kate Henshaw expresses sadness over state of nation

By Seyi Babalola Kate Henshaw, a Nigerian actress and activist, has expressed sadness at the state of the country. Henshaw said that Nigeria’s 26 years of unbroken democracy had produced nothing, and that the country’s democratic experience meant little to the majority of its citizens. The actress expressed her thoughts during Channels Television’s special Democracy […] The post Democracy Day: Kate Henshaw expresses sadness over state of nation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago June 12: Tinubu’s Leadership Brought True Democracy To Nigeria – AMAC Chairman

The Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) Chairman, Christopher Zakka Maikalangu, has lauded President Bola Tinubu for his unwavering commitment to democratic values and national development, as Nigeria marks the 2025 Democracy Day. In a statement yesterday, Maikalangu praised the president for entrenching the rule of law, promoting freedom of speech, and ensuring that Nigerians enjoy […]

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3 w. ago Presidency apologises for declaring two living men dead in national honours list

The presidency has apologised for wrongly including Reuben Fasoranti and Edwin Madunagu among the posthumous awardees of national honours in read more Presidency apologises for declaring two living men dead in national honours list

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3 w. ago “Tinubu Preaching Democracy But Practising Autocracy By Imposing Military Govt. In Rivers” – Seriake Dickson Tackles Tinubu

Senator Seriake Dickson has criticized President Bola Tinubu for his silence on the ongoing political crisis in Rivers State, accusing the Federal Government of enabling a creeping suppression of democracy. Speaking after a joint National Assembly session to mark Democracy Day, the Bayelsa West senator condemned what he described as a “constitutional aberration” backed by […] The post “Tinubu Preaching Democracy But Practising Autocracy By Imposing Military Govt. In Rivers” – Seriake Dickson Tackles Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago June 12: Nigeria Needs Total Restructuring Before 2027 – Pat Utomi

Renowned political economist, Professor Pat Utomi, has called for the comprehensive restructuring of Nigeria’s political and economic systems ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking on Thursday at the June 12 Annual Democracy Day National Dialogue in Ikeja, Utomi emphasised that without restructuring, Nigeria’s democracy would remain weak and misaligned with the ideals of its […] The post June 12: Nigeria Needs Total Restructuring Before 2027 – Pat Utomi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Democracy Day: We need to strengthen democratic institutions –Ex

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja Former Inspector General of Police (IGP), Sir Mike Okiro has said there is need to strengthen democratic institutions, guarantee the independence of the judiciary and eradicate corruption in the overall interest of the country. Okiro spoke at the National Democracy Day Summit organized by the JusticeNow International, in Abuja to commemorate […] The post Democracy Day: We need to strengthen democratic institutions –Ex-IGP Okiro appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago We ’ll Work With Federal Gov’t To Deepen Democracy — Governors

The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has reaffirmed its commitment to working closely with the Federal Government and other stakeholders to deepen democratic governance and build a more inclusive, peaceful, and prosperous nation. In a Democracy Day statement released on Thursday, the chairman of the NGF and governor of Kwara State, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, congratulated Nigerians on […]

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3 w. ago Democracy Day: Tinubu vows to protect free speech, rejects one

From Kenneth Udeh, Abuja President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared that he will not retaliate against critics or those who insult him, pledging instead to safeguard their democratic rights to free speech. Speaking during a special joint session of the National Assembly on Thursday to commemorate Democracy Day 2025, Tinubu underscored his commitment to tolerance, […] The post Democracy Day: Tinubu vows to protect free speech, rejects one-party state as Akpabio highlights legislative achievements appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. 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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