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Democracy Day: Zulum Reflects On Seven-Year Journey, Pledges Lasting Peace And Prosperity For Borno

NewsDeskNgJun 13, 2026June 13, 20260

Zulum reviews seven years of achievements in security, education and healthcare, pledging lasting peace and prosperity for Borno. Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Zulum has used his final Democracy Day address at the helm to take stock of seven years of governance, highlighting significant gains in security, reconstruction, education and...

First Lady Tinubu Canvasses Fairer, More Promising Future For Every Nigerian Child

NewsDeskNgJun 13, 2026June 13, 20260

Oluremi Tinubu urges Nigerians to reject child labour and safeguard every child’s right to education, dignity and wellbeing. Wife of the President, Senator Oluremi Tinubu has canvassed for a fairer and promising future for every Nigerian child. In a message issued on Friday to mark 2026 World Day Against Child...

Lulu-Briggs Says Democracy Is A Responsibility, Not A Gift

NewsDeskNgJun 13, 2026June 13, 20260

Lulu-Briggs urges Rivers residents to defend democracy, promote unity and reclaim the state through civic participation. As Nigeria marks 33rd anniversary of the June 12, 1993, and 27 years of uninterrupted civilian rule, the governorship candidate of Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Alabo Dumo Lulu-Briggs has noted that democracy is not...

We’re Ready For State Police, Says Aiyedatiwa, As Oshiomhole, Falae Call For National Security Overhaul

NewsDeskNgJun 13, 2026June 13, 20260

Aiyedatiwa says Ondo is ready for state police as Oshiomhole and Falae advocate broader security reforms. The Governor of Ondo State, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, Senator Adams Oshiomhole, and elder statesman, the Olu-Abo of Ilu-Abo, Oba Olu Falae, called for deeper democratic reforms, stronger security coordination and sustained commitment to democratic governance....

Ghana Moves To Challenge Canada’s Thomas Partey Visa Denial

NewsDeskNgJun 13, 2026June 13, 20260

Ghana’s government will seek a review of Canada’s decision to deny Thomas Partey entry before the World Cup. Ghana’s government says it will formally urge Canada to review its decision to deny midfielder Thomas Partey entry into the country ahead of the Black Stars’ opening match of the 2026 FIFA...

NUJ Demands Probe into Arrest of Kogi Reports Editor, Raises Press Freedom Concerns

NewsDeskNgJun 13, 2026June 13, 20260

The Vice President of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Zone D (North Central), Alhaji Adeiza Momohjimoh, has expressed concern over the reported arrest and detention of the Editor of Kogi Reports, Mr. Opeyemi Owoeye, by operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Kogi State. In...

Abba Kabir Yusuf: Leadership That Listens

NewsDeskNgJun 13, 2026June 13, 20260

By Abdulmalik Suleiman In an era when politics is loud, His Excellency, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf chose a different sound, the sound of work getting done. He governs with calm. No drama. No chest beating. Just steady, deliberate steps that are changing Kano, one community at a time. While others...

General Olufemi Oluyede: The Man Steering Nigeria’s Defence into A New Era

NewsDeskNgJun 13, 2026June 13, 20260

By Sambo Sule In the crucible of a nation forged by resilience, where shadows of uncertainty stretch long across savannah and coast, General Olufemi Olatubosun Oluyede emerges as a beacon of unyielding resolve. Like the ancient warriors of Ekiti soil—steadfast sentinels against tempests—he now stands at the helm of Nigeria’s...

Makinde Says Abducted Pupils, Teachers Still Held In Old Oyo National Park

NewsDeskNgJun 13, 2026June 13, 20260

Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde says kidnapped pupils and teachers remain captive within Old Oyo National Park 27 days after abduction. Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, on Friday disclosed that the students and teachers abducted by suspected bandits in Oriire local government area of the state nearly a month ago are...

Adebayo, Okereke Say Poverty, Insecurity Undermine June 12 Democratic Ideals

NewsDeskNgJun 13, 2026June 13, 20260

Adebayo, Okereke say hardship, insecurity and weak institutions betray sacrifices made for democracy. The presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Prince Adewole Adebayo, and his counterpart in the National Rescue Movement (NRM), Dr. Esther Nkem Okereke, said although Nigeria had sustained democratic rule for over two decades, millions...