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Obi calls for reflection, reform on Democracy Day
…emphasises need for credible electoral system, restoration of trust in Nigerian democracy Presidential candidate of Labour Party during the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi, has highlighted the historical significance of June 12 in Nigeria’s democratic journey. In a statement on Monday, Obi emphasised the importance of reflecting on the achievements and challenges of Nigerian democracy and called for reforms to…
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Democracy Day: Atiku calls for continued vigilance in strengthening democracy in Nigeria
In commemoration of Democracy Day, presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Atiku Abubakar has called on Nigerians to reflect on the nation’s journey towards becoming a democratic society. In a statement, on Monday, Atiku urged citizens to appreciate the successes achieved in making democracy the norm in Nigerian politics, particularly in contrast to the dark days of military…
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JUNE 12 SPECIAL: Intrigue, power play between IBB, Abacha which sustained annulment
By Late Prof. Omo Omoruyi in his book “The Tale of June 12” published in 1999 The venue was the Presidential Villa (Residence and Office) and the subject was to explore options in the face of the annulment of the election that was in the offing; the main actors were General Babangida, General Dogonyaro and myself (Omoruyi). This was not…
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SSS should not bungle Emefiele’s case! By Femi Falana
A few months ago, the State Security Service (SSS) levelled grave allegations of terrorism financing, money laundering, and other economic crimes against Mr. Godwin Emefiele, the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). At the material time, the attempt by the SSS to arrest, investigate, and prosecute Mr. Emefiele was frustrated by the erstwhile Buhari administration. However, following the…
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Oyebanji’s wife commends Chef Dammy’s bold attempt to break Guinness World Record
Ekiti State First Lady, Dr. Olayemi Oyebanji, on Sunday joined millions of admirers to commend the audacity of the Federal University, Oye-Ekiti undergraduate, Damilola Adeparusi, who is currently on 120 hours cooking marathon. Oyebanji, who expressed her feeling on her various social media platforms, said she was personally touched and impressed that young Damilola braced up, despite all odds, to…
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FULL TEXT: Democracy Day National Broadcast, By President Bola Tinubu
Fellow Nigerians, It is exactly three decades today that Nigerians went to the polls to exercise their inalienable right to elect a President of their choice to lead the transition from military dictatorship to a representative government of the people. The abortion, by military fiat, of the decisive victory of Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola of the defunct Social Democratic…
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Novak Djokovic beats Casper Ruud to win French Open, claim 23rd major
Novak Djokovic showed his greatness once again by overcoming a sticky start to win a men’s record 23rd Grand Slam title with victory over Norway’s Casper Ruud in the French Open final. Djokovic, 36, was far from his best in the initial stages but his quality in a first-set tie-break laid the platform for a 7-6 (7-1) 6-3 7-5 victory.…
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Scotland’s ex-leader Nicola Sturgeon released without charge after arrest in party finance probe
Scotland’s former first minister Nicola Sturgeon has been released without a charge after she was arrested by police earlier Sunday, as part of an investigation into financial misconduct by the Scottish National Party (SNP), according to UK’s PA Media. “A 52-year-old woman who was arrested earlier today, Sunday, 11 June, 2023, as a suspect in connection with the ongoing investigation…
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BREAKING: Betara, Gagdi step down for Abbas as House of Reps speaker
Aspirants for the House of Representatives Speakership position, Hon. Aliyu Betara and Hon. Yusuf Gagdi have both agreed to stepdown for Hon. Tajuddeen Abbas. Both aspirants agreed to step down for Abbas after a meeting with President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima. Abass who represents Zaria Federal Constituency is the choice of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the…
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Between tribesmen and unhealthy rivalries, By Simbo Olorunfemi
There is that thin line between what might pass as healthy contest/rivalry and what is not. Perhaps because the line is so thin, many cross the line ‘unknowingly’, claiming to have either not knowingly done so or feigning ignorance of the existence of such a line. Take sports, for instance. There was a time many could lay valid claim to…
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