Democracy Day
June 12: Akpabio Hails Tinubu as Torchbearer of Democracy
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has paid glowing tribute to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, describing him as an enduring symbol of Nigeria’s long and hard-fought journey towards democracy. Addressing a joint session of the National Assembly on June 12 to mark Democracy Day and receive the President’s State of the Nation Address, Akpabio described Tinubu’s personal […]
June 12: Leaders Unite to Shape Nigeria’s Future
Elder Statesmen, Leaders and Activists to Chart Nigeria’s Future at June 12 Democracy Dialogue in Lagos A host of distinguished national figures — including elder statesmen, sitting and former governors, renowned human rights advocates, and influential thought leaders — will gather in Lagos today for a pivotal national dialogue commemorating Nigeria’s 32nd Democracy Day anniversary. […]
26th Democracy: Tinubu to Address Parliament, Cancels National Broadcast
President Tinubu to Address National Assembly Instead of National Broadcast as Nigeria Marks 26th Democracy Day President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, in a notable departure from tradition, has cancelled the anticipated nationwide television broadcast that was scheduled to commemorate Nigeria’s 26th Democracy Day. Rather than addressing citizens through the customary morning broadcast from his office, the […]
Democracy Day: Senate Seeks to Formalise Presidential Address
Senate to Propose Law Institutionalising Presidential Democracy Day Address, Eyes National Assembly for Swearing-In Ceremonies The Nigerian Senate is preparing a significant piece of legislation to institutionalise the annual presidential address on June 12, in recognition of the date’s historic importance as Democracy Day. This was disclosed on Tuesday by the Senate Majority Leader, Senator […]
Democracy Day: President Tinubu to Address National Assembly, June 12
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to address a joint session of the National Assembly on Thursday, June 12, as part of the official activities to commemorate Nigeria’s Democracy Day. The special session will take place at the House of Representatives Chamber within the National Assembly Complex, beginning with preliminary proceedings at 11:00 AM, ahead […]
FCT Police Tighten Security Ahead of Eid, IG Awards, Democracy Day
With several high-profile events approaching—including the 2025 Eid-el-Kabir celebrations, the Inspector General of Police (IG) Award Night, and the June 12 Democracy Day—the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Commissioner of Police, Mr. Ajao Adewale, has rolled out a robust security plan aimed at safeguarding residents and visitors alike. According to a statement issued in Abuja on […]