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Democracy Day: Tinubu to address the nation

June 11, 2026

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is to deliver a national address on Friday, June 12, in commemoration of Democracy Day. A statement by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the

Nigeria must strengthen institutions to consolidate democracy — NBA

June 11, 2026

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Abeokuta branch, has called for stronger democratic institutions, greater judicial independence and strict adherence to the rule of law to deepen Nigeria’s democratic consolidation.

Tinubu still strong in North-West, to win wider support, says Matawalle

June 11, 2026

The Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, has said President Bola Tinubu remains politically strong in the North-West and is well-positioned for victory in the 2027 presidential election.

Nigeria’s democracy has lost ground, Analysts declare

June 11, 2026

Some residents of Bayelsa State have bemoaned the slow pace of Nigerian democratic journey from 1999 till date. The residents spoke to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN)

Labour Party presidential candidate unveils ‘Nigerians First’ agenda

June 11, 2026

The Labour Party presidential candidate, Dr Chibuzo Okereke, has pledged to pursue a people-centred governance agenda anchored on human capital development, social justice and institutional reforms, if elected

Democracy Day: Friday is public holiday

June 11, 2026

The Federal Government has declared Friday as public holiday to commemorate Nigeria’s 27 years on unbroken democratic rule. This is contained in a statement on Thursday in Abuja, by

Presidency denies links with foreign promotion council

June 11, 2026

The Presidency has denied the appointment of any one to head a supposed office named” Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council.” A statement by the Chief of Staff to the

June 12: Insecurity, a threat to democratic gains, CAPPA Warns

June 11, 2026

As Nigeria marks the 33rd anniversary of the June 12, 1993, and 27 years of uninterrupted civilian rule on Friday, Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has

Honouring Benjay @ 90

June 10, 2026

By Bimbo Esho When the history of Nigeria’s indigenous music is written with authenticity and accuracy, one name that will always stand out is Benson Idonije.

Police debunk reports of attacks on schools in Niger

June 10, 2026

The Niger Police Command has debunked reports alleging that hoodlums attacked schools in Bosso, Kpakungu, Sabon-Wuse and Lambata areas of the state. The command described the reports, which have

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