19 h. ago Rivers State of emergency: Is Nigeria’s democracy safe with its courts?

NIGERIA’S democracy swooped into the unease mood after the 2023 elections. The state of emergency in Rivers State raised more read more Rivers State of emergency: Is Nigeria’s democracy safe with its courts?

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66 h. ago Mentor, ally, pillar of democracy, Tinubu hails Bisi Akande at 87

President Bola Tinubu pays tribute to Chief Bisi Akande on his 87th birthday, celebrating him as a mentor, ally, and pillar of Nigerian democracy. Read More: https://punchng.com/mentor-ally-pillar-of-democracy-tinubu-hails-bisi-akande-at-87/

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3 d. ago 2027 elections: Gambari urges stronger democracy, unity, security in Nigeria

Ahead of the 2027 general elections, Nigeria’s foremost diplomat, Ibrahim Gambari, has said the country must strengthen democracy and good read more 2027 elections: Gambari urges stronger democracy, unity, security in Nigeria

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3 d. ago Democracy Under Pressure: Threats To Nigeria’s 2027 Elections

As Nigeria transitions into full election mode for the 2027 general elections, the political temperature is heating up at a scale that puts the country’s democracy under intense pressure. Democratic institutions are struggling to respond to pressures emanating from the actions of political actors. The political landscape has been marked by heightened elite bargaining, strategic […]

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4 d. ago Nigeria’s democracy under strain as politicians shift focus to 2027 elections – Itodo

Nigeria’s democratic institutions are coming under growing strain as political actors shift focus from governance to early positioning ahead of read more Nigeria’s democracy under strain as politicians shift focus to 2027 elections – Itodo

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8 d. ago Tambuwal at 60: Obasanjo, Jonathan, others urge credible leadership to strengthen Nigeria’s democracy

Prominent political leaders across party lines on Saturday paid tributes to Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, former Sokoto State governor, as he read more Tambuwal at 60: Obasanjo, Jonathan, others urge credible leadership to strengthen Nigeria’s democracy

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9 d. ago Ugochinyere Hails Trump’s Action In Venezuela, Urges Arrest Of Imo ‘Election Riggers’

The member representing Ideato North and South federal constituency of Imo State in the House of Representatives, Hon. Ikenga Imo Ugochinyere, has declared support for United States President Donald Trump’s capture of Venezuela’s President, Nicolás Maduro, urging similar action against those allegedly plotting to undermine Nigeria’s democracy through election manipulation in Imo State. Ugochinyere made […]

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9 d. ago Obasanjo, Jonathan, Jega To Speak At Tambuwal’s 60th Birthday Lecture

The Senator representing Sokoto South, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, is set to mark his 60th birthday anniversary with a colloquium. The colloquium, themed: ‘The Future of Democracy in Nigeria’ is scheduled to hold on Saturday, January 10, in Abuja, the nation’s capital. The event will be chaired by former President Olusegun Obasanjo, while former President Goodluck […]

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1 week ago “Nigeria’s Democracy Facing Existential Threat Under Tinubu” — Atiku

Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has warned that Nigeria’s democracy was facing an existential threat, accusing President Bola Tinubu’s administration of deliberately weakening opposition parties and shrinking democratic space in a manner that could lead to a de facto one-party state. In a statement, yesterday, and signed by his spokesman, Mr. Paul Ibe, Atiku said […] The post “Nigeria’s Democracy Facing Existential Threat Under Tinubu” — Atiku appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago A Year Of Power, Pushback, And Precedent: How 2025 Defined Tinubu’s Presidency

In 2025, President Bola Tinubu’s leadership was tested as decisions from Aso Rock revealed the full spectrum of his authority, the resistance he faced, and the precedents his administration set for Nigeria’s democracy,” writes JONATHAN NDA- ISAIAH By the close of 2025, President Bola Tinubu had firmly stamped his authority on Nigeria’s political landscape. The […]

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2 w. ago Peter Obi calls for national unity, renewal in New Year Message

Former presidential candidate Peter Obi shares a New Year message, urging Nigerians to embrace unity, sacrifice, and a genuine new beginning for democracy. Read More: https://punchng.com/peter-obi-calls-for-national-unity-renewal-in-new-year-message/

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2 w. ago Atiku Alleges ‘Economic Suffocation, Forgery, Democratic Erosion’ Against Tinubu’s Govt

The former Vice President also accused the APC of deliberately weakening Nigeria’s democracy in 2025. The post Atiku Alleges ‘Economic Suffocation, Forgery, Democratic Erosion’ Against Tinubu’s Govt appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 w. ago At 55, Tinubu Hails Kaduna Governor Uba Sani’s ‘Courage, Inclusive Governance’

  President Bola Tinubu has praised Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani, for his courage, inclusive governance and commitment to democratic ideals as he marks his 55th birthday on Wednesday, December 31. In a tribute personally signed by him on Tuesday, the President described Governor Sani as a younger brother and a friend in Nigeria’s pro-democracy […]

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3 w. ago Destruction of PDP dangerous for Nigeria’s democracy —Makinde

•Says Wike, at a meeting, promised Tinubu he would hold PDP for him OYO State governor, Mr Seyi Makinde, has explained why he would not support President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027, warning that efforts to destroy the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) could ultimately undermine Nigeria’s democracy. Speaking during a media chat in Ibadan […]

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3 w. ago Tax laws: Atiku reveals areas altered, seeks suspension, probe

Describes alterations as acts of treason against Nigerians, democracy Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has identified provisions he said were read more Tax laws: Atiku reveals areas altered, seeks suspension, probe

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3 w. ago “Forgery Of Tinubu’s Tax Law Is Treason Against Nigerians, Assault On Democracy” – Atiku

PRESS RELEASE The illegal and unauthorized alterations made to Nigeria’s tax legislation after passage by the National Assembly represents a brazen act of treason against the Nigerian people and a direct assault on our constitutional democracy. This draconian overreach by the executive branch undermines the foundational principle of legislative supremacy in the making of laws. […] The post “Forgery Of Tinubu’s Tax Law Is Treason Against Nigerians, Assault On Democracy” – Atiku appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago ‘I Am Not Moved’, Makinde Reacts To PDP Defections, Warns Against One

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has stated that he remained unfazed by the wave of defections currently affecting the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). He warned that efforts to weaken opposition parties could lead Nigeria towards a one-party system with grave consequences for democracy and national stability. Governor Makinde made the remarks while reacting specifically to […]

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3 w. ago Cross River sets pace in women’s economic empowerment nationwide – BudgIT Report

Cross River State has emerged as a national pacesetter in advancing women’s economic empowerment, as the latest State of Women’s read more Cross River sets pace in women’s economic empowerment nationwide – BudgIT Report

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3 w. ago Cross River leads women’s economic empowerment nationwide — BudgIT

A BudgIT report names Cross River a top state for women’s economic empowerment, citing strong policies in agriculture and emerging industries in Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/cross-river-leads-womens-economic-empowerment-nationwide-budgit/

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4 w. ago Professor Yadudu, lawyer raise alarm over alleged altered tax laws, warn of risks for Nigerians

A respected constitutional law scholar, Professor Auwalu H. Yadudu, and a senior legal practitioner, Aisha Hamman, have raised serious concerns over alleged alterations to Nigeria’s newly passed tax laws, warning that the changes could undermine democracy, weaken public trust and impose far-reaching consequences on ordinary Nigerians and businesses. The controversy follows claims on the floor […]

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