Nigeria Democracy Day Protests
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Nigerians are set to mark Democracy Day on June 12 with nationwide protests against insecurity and hardship. Discussions also focus on deepening the nation's democracy, with past elections and presidential deals being debated.
HEDA urges political actors to uphold June 12 legacy
The Human and Environmental Development Agenda (HEDA) has called on all political actors to ensure that preparations for Nigeria's 2027 general elections are guided by the democratic values embodied in the June 12 struggle. The civil society organization emphasized that the sacrifices made by pro-democracy activists must not be undermined by electoral malpractices that erode public confidence. HED…
June 12: Broken bottle on our forehead, bludgeon on the back; democracy, is this your face?
Nigeria's Democracy Day, observed on June 12, prompts a critical reflection on the nation's democratic journey. The author recalls the year 2000 or 2001, attending a Presidential Media Chat at Aso Roc…
June 12, symbol of democracy — Abia LP
The Abia State chapter of the Labour Party has declared June 12 a historic symbol of the collective fight for freedom, justice, and the people's right to determine their future through democratic proc…