Humphrey Nwosu, erstwhile chairman of the now-defunct National Electoral Commission (NEC) President Bola Tinubu has bestowed the prestigious Commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON) upon Humphrey Nwosu, the late former chairman of the National Electoral Commission (NEC), which is no longer operational. On March 27, the Senate dismissed a motion to […]
President Bola Tinubu has delivered a pointed critique to political parties in Nigeria, urging them to examine their internal processes rather than conjuring up nonexistent threats. Speaking in a forthright manner, Tinubu emphasized that parties’ fears of losing members could be alleviated by introspection and reform. Tinubu’s remarks suggest that political parties should […]
Presidential Spokesperson Dr. Daniel Bwala has highlighted significant strides in Nigeria’s democratic journey. Speaking on the TVC Town Square series, Bwala emphasized that democracy is a continuous struggle requiring active participation from citizens, a responsible press, and accountable governance. Citing the United States as an example, Bwala noted that even established democracies face […]
Former Senate President, Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki, has praised President Bola Tinubu for his symbolic gesture of joining the National Assembly to commemorate Democracy Day. Saraki, who served as Senate President from 2015 to 2019, noted that the president’s action speaks volumes about his commitment to the country’s democratic institutions. In […]
Activist, Omoyele Sowore has accused thugs of disrupting a peaceful demonstration in Akure, Ondo State capital, despite prior notification to the police. The #EndBadGovernance protest aimed to raise awareness about citizens’ rights to democratic participation and speak out against bad governance. Sowore condemned the disruption, emphasizing citizens’ rights to express themselves. He accused […]
Saraki Dickson, the senator representing Bayelsa West, has criticized President Bola Tinubu for his failure to confront the political turmoil in Rivers State during his Democracy Day address. During a press conference at the national assembly complex on Wednesday, Dickson remarked that the day ought to be one of hope and introspection. The […]
Chizoba Ejiofor, the exceptional student from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), who graduated with an impressive CGPA of 4.98, has achieved a remarkable milestone. Ejiofor has been awarded a fully funded Commonwealth scholarship, valued at over £33,000, to further his education. The scholarship, which was secured through the efforts of education advocate […]
Prominent Nigerian TV broadcaster and news anchor Rufai Oseni has commended President Bola Tinubu for his recent decisions. Oseni expressed his appreciation on Twitter, stating that the President’s recognition of June 12 struggle heroes and the pardon of Ogoni leaders was a commendable move. However, Oseni also shared his opinion that the list of […]
Dr. Wahab Shittu, a senior advocate of Nigeria, has made a compelling call to President Bola Tinubu to rename the headquarters of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Abuja after the late Chief MKO Abiola. This proposal was put forth during the annual June 12 National Dialogue, an event organized by the Eminent […]
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu announced the recipients of this year’s national honours, a tradition that takes place on Democracy Day. The prestigious awards are conferred on individuals who have made significant contributions to the development and growth of Nigeria. GCFR Recipients The Grand Commander of the Federal Republic (GCFR) is the […]