…does not need to take sides in the Enugu political contest. He needs to take the side of democracy,” he said.

…has insisted that political affiliation must never be treated as an offence in a democracy. “People’s right to make political choices is protected by Nigeria’s constitution, the Electoral Act and international law,” the organisation stated, warning that inflammatory rhetoric from public officials could inflame tension…

…to him, Nigeria is a peace-loving country committed to constitutional order, democracy and stability in West Africa, the Sahel and across Africa. He said Nigeria’s position on the situation in Niger had already been made clear in an earlier statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on August 30, 2026. The min…

…remained a “peace-loving nation, a defender of constitutional order, and a pillar of democracy and stability” in West Africa, the Sahel and Africa.He said the Federal Government had already made its position clear in an earlier statement issued on August 30, expressing deep concern over developments in Niger and callin…

…undermine the association’s independence and remained firm in defending constitutional democracy and the rule of law. Osigwe made the declaration last Friday while presenting his final annual report at the just-concluded 2026 Annual General Meeting of the NBA in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. He said the administration,…

…now that it should be the turn of the South-East, we start to hear issues of competence? Democracy is essentially about mass participation and consensus, not individual talents alone,” he said. On the escalating security challenges nationwide, the former ARP leader warned against placing state police under the exclusiv…

…and consultation, describing those qualities as essential to strengthening Nigeria’s democracy. “As a trusted partner, his loyalty, wisdom and sense of duty have remained invaluable to the administration.” The President thanked Shettima for his steadfast support as the administration continued to pursue its programmes…

…situation in its neighbouring country.Adeniyi said Nigeria hoped to see peace, security, democracy and development restored in Niger. "The Government of Nigeria views with deep concern the current political and security situation in the Republic of Niger," the statement reads."It notes that, as a neighbour with which i…

…term as Mayor of Awka North LGA, credited Governor Soludo for strengthening grassroots democracy and praised voters for their peaceful behaviour throughout the day.The Mayor-elect for Onitsha South LGA, Ikechukwu Peter Mofunanya, thanked residents for their trust and said the process had deepened citizens' confidence i…

…stressing that citizens should not be punished for their political choices. “In democracy, people are not punished for their political choices.” Amnesty said the alleged statement violated the rights of Nigerians to freely choose and support political parties, noting that such rights are protected by Nigeria’s Constitu…

…and the start of the elections. For the 2023 general elections, the Centre for Democracy and Development reported about 109 deaths, despite presidential, governorship and National Assembly candidates signing peace agreements in which they pledged to reject violence. The trend, according to reports, continued during the…

…it had been contained. The Federal Government said it was keen to see peace, security, democracy and development prevail in Niger, noting that stability in the country would have a direct and positive impact on Nigeria, the sub-region and the Sahel. The statement added, “Any resort to the use of force to settle politic…

…at the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Centre in Abuja comes at a defining moment for Nigeria’s democracy. “Tomorrow’s Summit comes at an important moment for Nigeria’s democracy. Across the country, millions of Nigerians are looking to the opposition not merely to criticise the government of the day, but to demonstrate the maturi…

…household can withstand the pressures of rising living costs. Beyond Projects: Making Democracy Deliver The First Lady’s engagement at the June 12 Cultural Centre provided a different but equally important dimension to the visit. Her interaction with traditional rulers, community leaders and other stakeholders focused…

…IPAC team: “You have come here today to say that we should cooperate in order to promote democracy. “But, the truth of the matter is that our democracy is fast becoming a one-party system; and of course, you know that when we have a one party system, we should just forget about democracy.“We have all seen how the APC i…

…Oshun, said the group remained a foremost legacy organisation in Nigeria’s struggle for democracy after the military annulled the June 12, 1993 election of Late M.K.O. Abiola. Oshun, who heads OPC’s Board of Trustees, said that it is a glowing tribute to the founder, Dr. Fasehun’s vision that the organisation had conti…

…members not to be discouraged by the outcome of the election but to remain committed to democracy and to have confidence in institutions established to protect their democratic rights. Oyebamiji subsequently called on APC leaders, members and supporters across Osun State to begin preparations for the 2027 general elect…

…electionGideon, who represents Edu State Constituency, cited concerns over internal democracy, fairness and inclusiveness within the APCPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Two sitting members of the Kwara State House of Assembly have defected from the All Progressives Congress (APC), wi…

…said his camp would continue to defend the mandate through lawful and democratic means.“Democracy means that the people choose, and that their choice must be respected. Adamawa ADC members have made their choice; it is left for our political leaders to respect it or disregard it,” he said.The dispute now places the ADC…

…is very, very important. Active citizenship is very important. The lifeblood of democracy is active citizenship. If citizens stop asking, do they think that there are no alternatives? “Because this cannot go on; we can’t continue to go on like this. What we are seeing now, campaigning has been found, and you are making…

…country, should know this distinction. “While political contestation is legitimate in a democracy, statements about national security and the Nigerian economy should be grounded in facts, institutional understanding, and a credible alternative policy agenda. “What Nigerians should reasonably expect from a presidential…

…for governor four times because at that time, the people in charge of our transition to democracy were the military, and I was anti-military. Anytime I won, they would disqualify me. And the last time, there was even an attempt on my life, so I went into The post VIDEO: Why I won’t stop seeking Presidency despite past…

…of the National Executive Council that approved the formation of the Party for Social Democracy in 2003, which later metamorphosed into the Labour Party in 2004. He subsequently served as the party’s Deputy National Secretary and National Secretary of the NLC Political Commission. Beyond his union and political activit…

…by those who are supposed to be the guardians of those votes, then we are not building democracy; we are replacing it with the very impunity that Nigerians have repeatedly rejected.” He called on all members of the ADC, supporters in Adamawa State and the Nigerian public to remain calm, vigilant and resolute. “We shall…

…party. He served as Governor of Osun State from 1999 to 2003 under the Alliance for Democracy and later became a founding member of the APC, serving as its first interim national chairman from 2013.His role in uniting the opposition parties that formed the APC made him a key architect of the political coalition that ev…