Nigeria Democracy Day
4 articles from 1 country
Nigeria's Federal Government has declared June 12 a public holiday to commemorate Democracy Day, reaffirming the nation's commitment to democratic ideals. Governor Siminalayi Fubara highlighted democracy as Nigeria's strongest path to unity and prosperity, given its diverse population.
HEDA urges political actors to uphold June 12 legacy
- The Human and Environmental Development Agenda (HEDA) urged political actors to uphold June 12 democratic values in the lead-up to the 2027 general elections. - HEDA stressed the importance of issue-based campaigns, national unity, and respect for the people's will, condemning electoral malpractices like vote buying. - The organization called for credible elections free from violence, manipulati…
June 12: Broken bottle on our forehead, bludgeon on the back; democracy, is this your face?
- The author reflects on the significance of June 12, Nigeria's Democracy Day, and its historical context. - The piece critiques the current state of democracy in Nigeria, questioning if it aligns wit…
June 12, symbol of democracy — Abia LP
- The Labour Party in Abia State, Nigeria, marked June 12 as a symbol of the struggle for democracy and the people's right to self-determination. - The party urged citizens, especially young adults, t…
JUNE 12: I weep every time I remember what MKO Abiola told me – Mike Igini
- Mike Igini, a former Resident Electoral Commissioner, expressed deep emotion when recalling a conversation with the late MKO Abiola. - Igini stated that he weeps whenever he remembers what Abiola to…
