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Democracy Day blunder: Fasoranti, Madunagu wrongly listed as dead, Presidency apologises

Kazeem Ugbodaga

10 months ago

The correction was announced in a statement released by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Mr.…

Tinubu’s response to one-party state accusations, real masterstroke – Sajoh

Ayorinde Oluokun

10 months ago

Sajoh said that one of the most significant aspects of the speech was the assurance by the president to respect…

Presidency apologizes for mistaken democracy day Honours List, issues correction

Femi Fabunmi

10 months ago

Femi Fabunmi The Presidency on Thursday issued an official apology and correction following an error made in the Democracy Day…

Unbroken democracy is a milestone for Nigeria, Oyebanji says

Abimbola Aderinola

10 months ago

The governor called for unflinching support of all Nigerians for the country to be restored to the path of prosperity...

Akpabio to colleagues: Critics calling us rubber-stamp ignorant, ignore them

Ayorinde Oluokun

10 months ago

Akpabio noted that those who had been criticising the federal lawmakers had no idea of why they are in the…

Thugs disrupt peaceful June 12 Protest in Akure

Femi Fabunmi

10 months ago

Some armed thugs attacked peaceful protesters in Akure, Ondo State, on Thursday. The protesters were part of the #TakeItBack movement…

June 12: Foundation hails Tinubu for honouring Nwite, Kudirat, Saro Wiwa, others

Ayorinde Oluokun

10 months ago

The late Ebonyi State Senator, Polycarp Nwite, shared the same prison with Tinubu during the General Sani Abacha's regime.

What PDP said to Nigerians on Democracy day

Abimbola Aderinola

10 months ago

The party also stated that although Nigeria still has its challenges, democracy serves as a tool for change...

Mary Slessor’s last rescued Arochukwu twin-daughter dies at 115 – Family

Ayorinde Oluokun

10 months ago

Such newborn twins were killed and cast into the evil forest, shortly before Slessor’s arrival in the area for missionary…

Appeals made by MKO Abiola’s children on June 12

Abimbola Aderinola

10 months ago

He also spoke on how social media narratives can sometimes misinform the younger generation, hence the need to preserve and…

Disclaimer as fraudsters grab Osinbajo for adverts in AI videos

Ayorinde Oluokun

10 months ago

One of the AI generated videos featured Osinbajo being used to advertise hypertension medications.

June 12: Ododo reaffirms commitment to inclusive governance

Ayorinde Oluokun

10 months ago

Ododo described June 12 as a defining moment in Nigeria’s journey toward democratic governance, calling it “a solemn reminder that…

June 12: Democracy must work for the people – Akpoti-Uduaghan

Ayorinde Oluokun

10 months ago

Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan urged Nigerians, especially youth and women, to actively engage in the democratic process, stressing that their voices and…

June 12: Heavy security presence in Benin as #TakeItBackMovement cancels protest

Ayorinde Oluokun

10 months ago

The Coordinator of #TakeItBackMovement in Edo, Dr. Hafiz Lawal, said the protest was called off in the State over to…

A record no Nigerian senate has held, Akpabio reveals

Abimbola Aderinola

10 months ago

The Senate president also stated that no other Nigerian senate has held that record of bills in just two years.…

Tinubu to critics: “Call me names, I will still defend your right”

Paul Dada

10 months ago

Tinubu who said this while addressing a joint session of the National Assembly in Abuja on Thursday, told political leaders…

CAN commemorates Democracy day, speaks on governance

Abimbola Aderinola

10 months ago

Okoh reminded the government that it has a duty to protect religious freedoms, ensuring that no one was persecuted for…

Tinubu confers national honours on Kudirat Abiola, Wole Soyinka, Musa Yar’Adua, Humphrey Nwosu, others

Paul Dada

10 months ago

"As we mark a twenty-sixth year of unbroken democracy, it is right to honour those who have made sacrifices…

Read full text of President Bola Tinubu’s address to National Assembly

Paul Dada

10 months ago

"We are already seeing results. GDP grew by 3.4 per cent in 2024, with Q4 hitting 4.6 per cent, the…

Tinubu to opposition parties: “I won’t help you put your house in order”

Paul Dada

10 months ago

“Democracy has risen from the ashes of military rule to reclaim its rightful place as the only acceptable form of…

Customs CG unveils new strategy needed to battle smuggling

Abimbola Aderinola

10 months ago

While explaining steps taken by the service to combat smuggling, the CG also commended the governor of Ogun State, Dapo…

Lagos arms procurement officers with digital tools to expose bid-rigging, favouritism

Kazeem Ugbodaga

10 months ago

Onafowote encouraged participants to serve as ambassadors of reform, urging them to apply the knowledge gained with diligence and integrity.

Breaking: One-party state not good for Nigeria – Tinubu

Paul Dada

10 months ago

He, however, said he could not close the door against anyone defecting into the All Progressives Congress.

Lagos protesters want end to hardship (Photos)

Paul Dada

10 months ago

Nigerians have taken to the streets in Lagos and other parts of the country to demand an end to the…

Dangote announces retirement after 20 years

Abimbola Aderinola

10 months ago

The company also announced that he will be succeeded by Arnold Ekpe, an independent non executive Director...

Democracy Day: Security beefed up at NASS in preparation for Tinubu’s visit

Paul Dada

10 months ago

Only accredited journalists with tags covering the assembly and essential staff of the national assembly were granted access to the…

Democracy Day: Protesters gather in Abuja, Lagos

Paul Dada

10 months ago

Security agencies were also in different locations to prevent a breakdown of law and order.

First Lady urges measures to eradicate child labour

Abimbola Aderinola

10 months ago

Sen. Oluremi also emphasized the need for children to have an education, stating that child labor is unacceptable...

Nigeria’s democracy still shackled by corruption, insecurity – Olufemi Ajadi

Michael Adesina

10 months ago

As Nigeria marks Democracy Day, Mr. Olufemi Ajadi, a chieftain of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) and the party’s…

Okpebholo reflects on June 12, calls for Unity

Paul Dada

10 months ago

He urged the people to continue their active participation in the democratic process, holding leaders accountable and contributing constructively to…

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