The decision of President Muhammadu Buhari to name June 12 as Nigeria's "Democracy Day" was motivated by self-serving politics,

…represents the height of electoral banditry,” he declared. The ADC candidates called on democracy advocates and constitutional rights groups to intervene and defend democratic principles in the state. Insisting that they do not recognise the announced winners, the ADC candidates demanded that ADSIEC fix a new date for…

…Delta,'' in Port Harcourt. Speaking on the occasion, the Country Director of Stakeholder Democracy Network, SDN, Mrs. Florence Ibok-Abasi, said the HCDT framework had made significant successes in some communities, but noted that it required greater transparency and stakeholder engagement to achieve its full potential.…

…the Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe and REA Managing Director, Abba Aliyu. In his recent Democracy Day broadcast, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu declared, "Electricity is a democratic dividend we owe every Nigerian." Truly, to transform a nation, you must first power its people. While structural reforms heal the macro-eco…

…on President Tinubu's qualification. The petition read: "We are a non-profit, pro-democracy, human rights, anti-corruption and public interest advocacy organization in Nigeria. "In line with our objectives, we respectfully wish to bring to your notice the fake Chicago State University certificate and forged National Yo…

…injuries, disabilities or death while earning a living. FIWON stressed that meaningful democracy must translate into improved living standards and social welfare for citizens, insisting that pensions, healthcare and social protection are critical to ensuring dignity and economic security for millions of working Nigeria…

…in the election reflected the confidence of the people in the party's programmes. Our democracy continues to grow steadily, with significant achievements recorded across sectors." ADC rejects results Meanwhile, Ambassador Bejide of the ADC has rejected the results, alleging 'electoral robbery' and vote buying. Bejide i…

…campaign promises, describing sustained civic participation as critical to deepening democracy in the state and the country at large.

The Acting Chief Judge whom Governor Uzodinma wishes to preclude from consideration does not have an adverse disciplinary record with the NJC. In this situation, the current Chief Justice of Nigeria has an opportunity to define the applicable conventions. It is not her job to grant the governor a Chief Judge whom he ca…

…engaging in debates on governance, unemployment, infrastructure and economic hardship. "Democracy is a contest of ideas, competence and public trust, not excuses created out of fear. If Hon. Oladipupo Adebutu truly poses no threat to the APC, there would be no reason for the ruling party and its spokespersons to make h…

…secure Nigeria and Nigerians.” The keynote speaker and Senior Fellow at the Centre for Democracy and Development, Abuja, Professor Jibrin Ibrahim, lamented the worsening insecurity in the country. He said the way out of the problems facing the country is for the government in power to act fast. He added that the govern…

…is that governance under your leadership has been hazardous and a serious threat to our democracy. You want to present yourself as a father figure, but your approach has not been in the best interest of the masses. Everything about your administration points to covert manipulations to suit an agenda best known to you.…

…he said. Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun described the result as a triumph for democracy, praising INEC and security agencies for conducting a peaceful and transparent election. He said the scale of Oyebanji's victory showed his popularity and the trust voters have in his administration. Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele…

…leadership is owed first to the ordinary and the unheard. “The instinct to fight for democracy when it was dangerous to do so, the willingness to stand for the common good when comfort counselled silence, the conviction that the citizen deserves a government that works for them, all of this was first kindled in a home…

…He noted that no Ekiti State governor had achieved such a feat since the return of democracy in 1999. The Delta governor praised Oyebanji's leadership style, citing inclusiveness, development and political stability. He also commended APC leaders, stakeholders and grassroots supporters for contributing to the victory.…

…Sanwo-Olu urged the Ekiti governor to remain committed to delivering more dividends of democracy to the people during his second term in office. The governor, who served as a member of the APC National Campaign Council for the election, also praised President Bola Tinubu for providing purposeful leadership and driving…

... says outcome mockery of democracy The governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Saturday's Ekiti State governorship election, Ambassador Dare Bejide, has rejected the outcome of the poll, describing it as a "mockery of democracy" and insisting that the exercise lacked credibility. Addressin…

…a thanksgiving service to mark his 64th birthday, Vatsa said the country’s hard-earned democracy could be endangered if the two institutions fail to act impartially. He also predicted an impending explosion within the ruling party, saying the crisis brewing in the APC would surpass those in all opposition parties combi…

…rule we have had in the country. In itself, that is an achievement. However, what democracy has delivered to the people is also a matter of concern," he said. He also said criticism alone would not solve the problem, urging leaders at all levels to focus on practical solutions. "The reality on the ground is that the se…

…his administration as a stabilising force that has strengthened unity and internal democracy within the APC in the state. In a statement signed by the chairman of the All APC Local Government Chairmen in Kwara State, Hon. Suleiman Tejidini; the secretary, Hon. Moshood of Offa Local Government; and the public relations…

…of the process that we are all concerned with. It’s about the country winning. Democracy will prosper the nation if we allow it to be transparent,” he said. The former minister disclosed that he had repeatedly warned before the election about alleged plans to manipulate the outcome in some wards with large voter popula…

…Trusts in the Niger Delta." Speaking at the event, the Country Director of Stakeholder Democracy Network (SDN), Mrs. Florence Ibok-Abasi, said the HCDT framework has recorded notable progress in some communities but requires improved transparency and sustained stakeholder engagement to achieve its full objectives. She…

…violence and voter suppression. Describing the exercise as a “charade” and a “rape of democracy,” Ezeme alleged that armed thugs disrupted voting, fired gunshots, dispersed voters and carted away electoral materials. Similarly, the National Vice Chairman (South-East) of the PRP, Peter Okafor, called on INEC to cancel t…

…commitment to partnering with the Ekiti State Government to deliver more dividends of democracy and accelerate the Renewed Hope Agenda across Nigeria. "He prays for God's wisdom, strength, and good health for Governor Oyebanji as he continues to serve the good people of Ekiti State." In a separate statement, the Nation…

…interest of the Nigerian public. Parts of the letter read, “We are a non-profit, pro-democracy, human rights, anti corruption and public interest advocacy organization in Nigeria. “In line with our objectives, we respectfully wish to bring to your notice the Fake Chicago State University Certificate and forged National…