Autopsy Reveals MKO Abiola Died of Heart Disease
A new autobiography by Abdulsalami Abubakar reveals that an international autopsy concluded MKO Abiola died from long-standing heart disease, not poisoning, despite widespread rumours.
Category : Presidential Affairs
President Tinubu's 2026 Democracy Day Speech Full Text
Read President Bola Tinubu's full Democracy Day speech on June 12, 2026, covering security, economy, reforms, and honours for democracy heroes.
Atiku Picks Amaechi as Running Mate for 2027 Election
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has reportedly chosen ex-Transport Minister Rotimi Amaechi as his running mate for the 2027 presidential election under ADC.
Tinubu: Bandits Refusing Surrender Face Full Military Force
President Tinubu warns bandits and kidnappers to surrender or face Nigeria's full military force, stressing that surrender windows won't last indefinitely and urging national unity.
Tinubu Honours 50 Pro-Democracy Activists
President Tinubu confers national honours on 50 Nigerians key to the pro-democracy struggle, including journalists, activists, and military officers.
Stay Back and Build Nigeria, Tinubu Tells Youth
President Tinubu urges young Nigerians to stay and build the nation, emphasizing that great nations are built by those who stay to solve problems.
ISWAP Command Centre Degraded, Terror Deaths Down 81%
President Tinubu announces degradation of ISWAP command centre in Borno, terror deaths down 81% since 2015, over 13,000 terrorists neutralised in past year.
Tinubu Warns Bandits, Kidnappers: Surrender or Else
President Tinubu issues a stern warning to bandits, kidnappers, and terrorism sponsors, stating the window for surrender will not remain open forever.
Tinubu Awards Okei-Odumakin, Igbokwe, Omatseye, Others
President Tinubu announced national awards for democracy advocates in his 2026 Democracy Day speech, honoring those who endured persecution for Nigeria's democracy.
Tinubu's Democracy Day Address: Security, Economy, Unity
President Tinubu's Democracy Day speech highlights security gains, economic reforms, and honors June 12 heroes. He calls for unity and warns criminals to surrender.
Tinubu: Criticise Me But Never Stop Believing in Nigeria
President Tinubu calls for constructive criticism, credible elections in Ekiti and Osun, and youth participation in Nigeria's development during Democracy Day address.
Tinubu Honours 50 Nigerians for June 12 Democracy Roles
President Tinubu conferred national honours on 50 Nigerians for their roles in the pro-democracy struggle. The list includes journalists, activists, and military officers.
Tinubu Renames Kaduna Petroleum Institute After Yar'Adua
President Tinubu renames Kaduna's Institute of Petroleum Studies after General Shehu Musa Yar'Adua, announces national honours for over 30 pro-democracy figures.
Tinubu's 2026 Democracy Day Speech: Full Address to Nigeria
President Bola Tinubu's nationwide address on Democracy Day 2026 highlights security gains, economic reforms, and honours for June 12 heroes.
Zulum: Borno’s Largest IDP Camp to Close in One Month
Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State has announced the closure of the Bama IDP camp, the largest in the state outside Maiduguri, within the next month after screening and resettlement of displaced persons.
State Police No Magic Wand for Insecurity, Says Senate Leader
Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele discusses state police, defence spending, anti-kidnapping laws, and economic reforms in an exclusive interview on Nigeria's security challenges.
Tinubu opens N54b Airport-Kuje Road, vows satellite town investment
President Tinubu commissioned the N54 billion Airport-Kuje Road, pledging sustained infrastructure investment in satellite towns to boost economic growth and connectivity.
Tinubu Not Nigeria's Biggest Borrower Since 1999
A report by ThinkBusiness Africa Ltd shows President Tinubu did not borrow the most since 1999, with Buhari's administration recording the largest external debt increase of $32.6 billion.
Ugochinyere Withdraws, Agbedi Becomes Minority Leader
House of Representatives recognizes Frederick Agbedi as Minority Leader after Ikenga Ugochinyere withdraws claim, ending weeks of controversy over opposition leadership.
Deepening Nigeria's Democracy: Participation and Representation (12.06.2026)
Nigeria must strengthen democratic participation and representation through electoral credibility, civic education, media roles, local governance, and technology, ensuring citizens are consistently central.
Tinubu to Address Nation on Democracy Day Jan 12 at 7am
President Bola Tinubu will deliver a nationwide broadcast on Democracy Day, January 12 at 7:00 a.m. via NTA and Radio Nigeria, focusing on national unity and reforms.
FG Declares Friday Public Holiday for Democracy Day
The Federal Government has declared Friday, 12 June 2026, a public holiday to commemorate Democracy Day, as announced by Interior Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo.
City Boy Movement Launches Tinubu 2027 Re-election Drive
The City Boy Movement announced a nationwide campaign to secure President Tinubu's 2027 re-election, vowing to reach every corner of Nigeria to rally support for his reform agenda.
Veterans Bill Hearing Set as AEF Presents Welfare Proposal
Nigeria's National Assembly prepares for a public hearing on the Veterans Federation Bill after the Africa Economic Forum presents a welfare package for retired military personnel.
FG Declares June 12 Public Holiday for Democracy Day
The Federal Government has declared Friday, June 12, as a public holiday to mark Democracy Day, honoring the sacrifices of Nigerians for democratic governance.
US Army Lists 5 Major Benefits for Enlistees, Explains Each
The US military has announced five key benefits for individuals who enlist, including tuition assistance, healthcare, competitive salary, bonuses, and vacation time.
Presidency Denies Tinubu's Appointment to Non-Existent Office
The presidency has denied reports that President Tinubu appointed Prince Adeniyi Adeyemi to head a non-existent Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council.
Trump Defends US Visa Policy for 2026 World Cup
US President Donald Trump defends strict visa policies ahead of the 2026 World Cup after African referee Omar Artan was denied entry. FIFA president Gianni Infantino backs the security measures.
Democracy Worth Defending Despite Challenges – Akume
SGF George Akume declares Nigeria's democracy worth defending, highlights achievements and challenges at 2026 Democracy Day lecture in Abuja.
Pope Leo XIV Shares World Cup Message on Teamwork
Pope Leo XIV released a message on June 11, 2026, linking football to life lessons of teamwork, compassion, and faith ahead of the 2026 World Cup in US, Canada, and Mexico.
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