democracy
31 Jul
During the COVID-19 pandemic, a South Asian Muslim man, Mohammed Asaduzzaman, provided 500 free meals to essential service providers as a show of gratitude for their contributions to the community.
14 Jun
Sacked Pro-Wike Rivers State assembly Lawmakers have faced another setback as an appeal court has rejected their request to stay execution of the order barring them from parading themselves as lawmakers after their sack. The Court of Appeal in Port-Harcourt at a virtual hearing on Friday via Zoom gave its ruling on two motions filed…
14 Jun
First of all, it is important for Nigerians to be reminded of what June 12 is all about. June 12 was the liberation struggle for Nigeria
14 Jun
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commemorated his first year in office. Expectedly, his numerous admirers and supporters have lavished him
12 Jun
A cross-section of Nigerians from civil society, media and the civil service have called for a single tenure of six years and a rotational system of government to improve Nigeria’s democracy. The respondents, who spoke in separate interviews with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), on Wednesday, said unless the country reviewed its system of…
11 Jun
The former Governor of Enugu State, Mr Sullivan Chime, says it is criminal for states in the country to misappropriate local government funds, saying that it hinders development at the grassroots. Chime stated this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday in Enugu while reacting to how far Nigeria has…
9 Jun
An eminent group of leaders of thought in Nigeria, The Patriots, in collaboration with the June 12 Pro Democracy Movement of Nigeria, has concluded plans to host a major national democracy rally for a people's constitution in Nigeria. A statement signed by Chairman of the Local Organising Committee (LOC) for the June 12 Democracy Day…
9 Jun
The Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 General Election, Peter Obi, yesterday, applauded South Africa for being a shining example of democracy in Africa.
27 May
There is anxiety regarding the sustainability of democratic rule, not just here, but across Africa. Last week, stakeholders again gathered
22 May
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo on Wednesday declared that for democracy to be effective in Nigeria and Africa as a whole, it must be built on the principles of good leadership, strong institutions and rule of law. The former president advised African nations to re-examine the democracy inherited from the West. He said this at a…
22 May
A KEYNOTE ADDRESS BY PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU, GCFR, AT THE SUMMIT ON THE STATE OF DEMOCRACY IN AFRICA AT THE SHEHU MUSA YAR’ADUA CENTRE, ABUJA, ON WEDNESDAY, 22 MAY 2024. PROTOCOLS It is a great honour and my pleasure to address this important gathering that seeks to reflect on the state of democracy in…
15 May
Presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 general elections, Mr Peter Obi, has canvassed for stronger institutions and rule of law to save the country's democracy and future of its people. He stated that the greatest challenge the fledgling democracy faces was not the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), but the activities…
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The Minister of State, Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Dr. Mariya Mahmoud, has expressed confidence that the Christmas season would bring renewed hope, happiness and countless blessings. Mahmoud, who stated this in her Christmas message in Abuja on Wednesday, called on residents of the FCT to use the occasion to reflect on the values of love,…
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The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) has introduced the Production Monitoring Command Centre (PMCC) as a transformative step in hydrocarbon operations to boost production. The initiative, driven by NNPC Upstream Investment Management Services (NUIMS), builds on the success of the Command and Control Centre to enhance monitoring, operational efficiency, and production. The Chief…
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The All Progressives Congress (APC) has congratulated its chairman Abdullahi Ganduje on his 75th birthday. The party described Ganduje as an astute leader, administrator, scholar, philanthropist, and savvy politician who continues to distinguish himself in the many public offices he has been priviliged to serve. APC spokesperson, Felix Morka, in a statement, noted Ganduje's role…
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A businessman, Akindele Akintoye, has been arraigned by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on charges of money laundering and contract fraud involving $35 million. The case was heard on Monday before Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court, Maitama, Abuja. Akintoye allegedly received the funds from the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring…
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American rapper Wiz Khalifa has shared his thoughts on relationships, suggesting couples should date for at least a decade before tying the knot. The 37-year-old rapper, who is a father of two, believes that a 10-year courtship gives couples enough time to truly understand each other and their families. Speaking on the Club Shay Shay…
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The Corps Marshal, Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC}, Malam Shehu Mohammed has called on motorists to adhere strictly to road traffic rules and regulations to make the Christmas celebration a peaceful and hitch-free one. Mohammed, who made the call in his Christmas message on Wednesday in Abuja restated his earlier commitment to creating safer road…
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Gov. Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State has urged Nigerians to use the occasion of the Christmas to pray for the country, to enable President Bola Tinubu administration’s to succeed in transforming Nigeria to prosperity. This is contained in a statement on Tuesday by Ismaila Uba-Misilli, Director-General, Press Affairs, Gombe Government House, to felicitate with Christians…
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INTERPOL has published Red Notices for 14 Nigerian nationals wanted across several countries for crimes including human trafficking, drug smuggling, and organised fraud. These individuals are accused of participating in criminal activities spanning multiple continents, highlighting the international dimension of such offences involving Nigerian suspects. Felix Omoregie, one of the suspects, is wanted by Belgian…
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Mrs. Bimbola Salu-Hundeyin, the Secretary to the Lagos State Government has tasked the military and paramilitary on innovations to ensure a safer city. Salu-Hundeyin gave the charge at the Quarterly Meeting with the Military, Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC) and Secretaries to the Local Government Areas and Local Council Development Areas (Scribes 57) in Ikeja.…
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The Imo Government has urged its youths to avoid the tendency to abuse drugs and other substances while celebrating Christmas. This is contained in a statement by Gov. Hope Uzodinma’s Special Adviser on Narcotics and Illicit Drugs Monitoring, Chief Ezechukwu Obonna in Owerri on Wednesday. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) recalls that Obonna, who…