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‘We’ll crack down on those who incite people to unrest’ | 8 takeaways from Buhari’s Democracy Day address
Following the change in date of Nigeria's Democracy Day by the Federal Government from May 29 to June 12, a maiden ceremony was on Wednesday held at the Eagles Square,…
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‘We can succeed in a democratic setting’ | Full text of President Buhari’s Democracy Day Speech
Following the change in date of Nigeria's Democracy Day by the Federal Government from May 29 to June 12, a maiden ceremony was on Wednesday held at the Eagles Square,…
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BREAKING: Buhari proposes renaming of Abuja National Stadium after M.K.O. Abiola
President Muhammadu Buhari has proposed a renaming of the Abuja National Stadium after the acclaimed winner of the June 12, 1993 elections, Chief M.K.O Abiola for his sacrifice and contributions…
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The Big 5: FG declares June 15 and 18 public holidays, June 12 Electoral Umpire, Nwosu writes FG and other stories
These are the stories you should be monitoring today: The Federal Government has declared Friday, June 15 and Monday, June 18 as public holidays to celebrate the 2018 Eid-el Fitr.…
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The Late 5: Senate calls for release of June 12 results, Court okays IGP suit against Senate and other stories
These are the stories that drove the conversation today: The Senate has asked the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to announce the results of the June 12, 1993, presidential election…
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The Big 5: Buhari declares June 12 as Democracy day, Former CJN describes Abiola’s honour as illegal and other stories
These are the stories that you should be monitoring today: President Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday declared June 12 as Nigeria’s Democracy Day and also awarded Nigeria’s highest honour, Grand Commander…
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The Thread: “It broke our fighting spirit” | The devastating consequences of M.K.O Abiola’s death for Nigeria
Yesterday was June 12, "Nigeria's real Democracy Day". It's a day where certain state government and all of Nigeria remember the sacrifice of a certain man in the interest of…
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YNaija Editorial: Remembering the nameless, faceless heroes of June 12
June 12, 1993 is a watershed moment in the history of Nigeria: an election that has been adjudged to be the freest and fairest ever conducted in the country was…
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June 12: M.K.O Abiola’s journey to martyrdom – a timeline
by Azeez Adeniyi and Alexander O. Onukwue June 12, 1993 is one day that will continue to linger in the minds of Nigerians, most especially those who witnessed the incidents…
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“It should be Fashola!” – Banky W wants Lagos governor as Buhari’s running mate
by Damilola Jagun Singer, Olubankole Wellington, better known as Banky W, believes that Lagos governor, Babatunde Fashola, should be the running mate of Muhammadu Buhari, presidential candidate of the All…
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@Omozuwaspeaks: What manner of man is Bakare?
by Omozuwa Osamwonyi As the convener of Save Nigeria Group, Pastor Tunde Bakare, turned 60 on November 11, it is appropriate to review his influential contributions to the consolidation of democracy,…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy