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June 13, 2026

June 12 remains symbol of Nigerians’ commitment to democracy, national unity, says SDP

The SDP spokesman commended former President Muhammadu Buhari for recognising June 12 as Democracy Day and lauded the National Assembly for institutionalising the date.

Social Democratic Party (SDP)
June 13, 2026

Democracy Day: Group canvasses  support for Tinubu’s re-election, security agents

Mr Ayozie also urged citizens to assist security agencies with timely and credible information to aid the fight against crime and criminality.

June 13, 2026

NCoS boss advocates more courtrooms to decongest custodial facilities

Mr Ajibogun said that inmates awaiting trial formed a greater percentage of inmates in custodial centres.

June 13, 2026

NRM presidential candidate urges joint efforts to rebuild Nigeria

Ms Okereke added that the gains of democracy would only be sustained if citizens worked together to build the nation.

National Rescue Movement (NRM), Esther Okereke
June 13, 2026

I will negotiate with agitators if I become president: Obi

Mr Obi noted that as a politician, he has been called different names by critics.

Peter Obi
June 13, 2026

Pro-June 12 groups back Tinubu’s re-election, seek compensation for Abiola family

A former student union activist during the June 12 struggle, Ayodele Adewale, called for restitution to the late Abiola’s family and recognition for other democracy activists.

June 12 Movement and activists laying wreaths at the tomb of MKO Abiola on Friday in Lagos.
June 13, 2026

Nigeria recommits to climate action, sustainable development

The NCCC director-general reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to the effective implementation of its NDC 3.0

Tenioye Majekodunmi and Simon Stiell
June 12, 2026

Veteran Nollywood actor Kola Oyewo dies at 80

The late Oyewo, who started his career with the Oyin Adejobi Theatre Group, was a lecturer of Theatre Arts at the Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun State.

Kola Oyewo
June 12, 2026

ILO gives Nigeria September deadline over labour rights concerns

He said the development followed deliberations on complaints concerning workers’ rights.

International Labour Organisation (ILO)
June 12, 2026

RCCG plans N600 million facility for rehabilitation, reintegration of ex-inmates

He said that many ex-inmates faced significant challenges after their release.

Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG)