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Politics

June 11, 2026

Born on June 12 but failed by government, ‘democracy babies’ speak about life in Nigeria

Mr Abdulrahman argued that poverty and widespread insecurity further showed that democracy had failed him and millions of other compatriots.

Nigeria's 'democracy babies'
June 11, 2026

Nigeria, Ethiopia sign prisoner transfer agreement

Nigeria and Ethiopia have signed an agreement to facilitate the transfer of prisoners between them, in line with their respective laws and international obligations.

Nigerian and Ethiopian presidents
June 11, 2026

INEC restores constituencies in four states, fixes June for primary elections

The commission has also fixed June 16 and June 25 for political parties to conduct primary elections for the restored constituencies, ahead of the 2027 elections.

Joash Amupitan.
June 11, 2026

Former Gov Oyetola condemns attacks on APC supporters in Osun

“Political contests must never degenerate into intimidation, attacks or bloodshed,” Mr Oyetola said.

Adegboyega Oyetola
June 11, 2026

APC governorship candidate condemns Osun political violence

The All Progressives Congress governorship candidate in Osun, Bola Oyebamiji, says democracy should be driven by ideas, not violence.

Bola Oyebamiji
June 11, 2026

June 12 Photos: From Epetedo declaration to Emilokan proclamation

Mr Abiola’s Epetedo Declaration was a confrontation against a dictator. Mr Tinubu’s “emi lokan” proclamation was for a kingmaker to be king. He had his say and his way.

Bola Tinubu with MKO
June 11, 2026

National Democracy Day: Twelve quick facts about June 12

Though it was not Nigeria’s first election, the June 12, 1993, election date has become a major public holiday of historical significance, Nigeria’s Democracy Day.

June 10, 2026
Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim
June 10, 2026

Kaduna women push for increased political inclusion

Women politicians and gender advocates in Kaduna called for greater inclusion of women in elective positions as political parties concluded their primaries.

Female politicians in Kaduna
June 10, 2026

NTAC hails Enikanolaiye’s appointment as deputy foreign affairs minister

The Nigerian Technical Aid Corps has congratulated Sola Enikanolaiye on his appointment and swearing-in as deputy foreign affairs minister.

Sola Enikanolaiye