Democracy

ADC Primary Raises Hope For Democracy - David Mark Former Senate President David Mark has praised the African Democratic Congress presidential primary, saying the exercise showed that democracy can still function properly in Nigeria. …
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Low Voter Turnout Threatens Democracy - Otti On Thursday in Lagos, Abia State Governor Alex Otti warned that falling voter turnout is weakening democracy and worsening governance. He spoke at a public lecture hosted by The Niche at…
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A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party has raised concerns over a Supreme Court judgment that backs the president’s power to declare emergency rule and suspend elected state officials under certain conditions. The reaction followed…
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FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has dismissed comments by PDP factional chairman Tanimu Turaki that Nigeria’s democracy is under threat, describing the remarks as reckless and capable of raising unnecessary tension. Wike reacted on Wednesday…
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The Peoples Democratic Party has reaffirmed its commitment to peace, unity, and the defence of democracy following a court ruling that stopped its planned national convention. Lagos PDP leader and former Deputy National Chairman, Chief…
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President Bola Tinubu has ended the state of emergency in Rivers State, paving the way for democratic governance to resume after six months of federal control. The emergency, declared on March 18, 2025, suspended Governor Siminalayi…
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President Bola Tinubu has paid tribute to the late Dr Doyin Abiola, describing her as a fearless journalist, a pioneer for women in media, and a true defender of democracy. In a statement released Wednesday, Tinubu said he received news…
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One year after a Federal High Court nullified his impeachment, former Edo State Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu has described the episode as a low point for Nigeria’s democracy. Speaking in Benin, Shaibu, now director-general of the…
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