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Jun

2026

2027: Legends; Osita Offor (Ultimate Commander), Kanu Nwankwo (Papilo), Others, Set To Lead OTTIMANIA Legacy Campaign As Calls For Gov. Otti’s Re-election Gather Momentum

Duo of Legends; Ultimate Commander, Kanu Nwankwo, Others, Set To Lead OTTIMANIA Legacy Campaign As Calls For Gov. Otti's Re-Election Gain Momentum As political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections gradually gather momentum, leaders of the OTTIMANIA Movement, a grassroots political support group championing the leadership of Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, has intensified consultations aimed at consolidating support for the governor's continuity in office. The strategic meeting, held recently, brought together legendary sports personalities, prominent stakeholders and influential figures within the movement, including the Undisputed and Undefeated World Heavyweight Wrestling Champion of the Champions -…

Jun

2026

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OF FREEDOM AND DEVELOPMENT: Being Text Of The 2026 Democracy Speech By Governor Alex C. Otti, OFR

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash

OF FREEDOM AND DEVELOPMENT Being the Text of the 2026 Democracy Day Speech by Governor Alex C. Otti, OFR, on Friday, June 12, 2026 The most appealing promise of democracy is the allowance for plurality of opinions, the freedom to interrogate ideas and the opportunity for periodic reflection. This day presents to us, members of the Nigerian community, a special invitation to evaluate our pace on the democratic track, interrogate assumption and estimate our measure of progress on 2 fronts, first, since the dawn of the Fourth Republic in May 1999 and more importantly, over the last 33 years following…

Jun

2026

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Tinubu Honours June 12 Heroes, Announces National Awards For Journalists, Activists, Others

FGN, News Flash

Tinubu Honours June 12 Heroes, Announces National Awards For Journalists, Activists, Others President Bola Tinubu on Friday announced national honours for dozens of pro-democracy activists, journalists, politicians, lawyers, civil society advocates and military officers who played key roles in Nigeria’s struggle for democracy and the validation of the June 12, 1993 presidential election. The announcement formed part of the President’s Democracy Day address marking 27 years of uninterrupted democratic rule in Nigeria. Tinubu, in a nationwide broadcast said the recipients suffered persecution, detention, exile, incarceration and other hardships during the struggle against military rule and in the campaign to actualise…

Jun

2026

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US Lawmaker Hails Tinubu, Reps Over State Police Bill Passage

National Assembly, News Flash

US Lawmaker Hails Tinubu, Reps Over State Police Bill Passage A United States lawmaker, Riley Moore, has praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and members of the House of Representatives following the passage of the state police bill, describing the move as a major step towards tackling insecurity and the alleged persecution of Christians in Nigeria. The House of Representatives approved the bill during Thursday’s plenary, paving the way for states to establish and manage their own police forces alongside the Nigeria Police Force. A total of 289 lawmakers voted in support of the proposal, while one voted against it and…

Jun

2026

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Full Text: President Bola Tinubu’s Democracy Day Address

Abuja, FGN, News Flash

FULL TEXT: President Bola Tinubu’s Democracy Day Address Fellow Nigerians Today, we celebrate democracy and the enduring Nigerian spirit. For 27 unbroken years, since May 29, 1999, Nigerians have chosen their leaders through the ballot, witnessed peaceful transitions of power, and resolved disagreements in courtrooms and legislative chambers—not through violence. We have experienced the longest stretch of civilian rule in our history. Our democracy is not perfect, but it is ours, and we must continue to defend and strengthen it. In the coming days, Ekiti and Osun States will hold elections. I urge INEC, security agencies, and all parties to…

Jun

2026

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We Will Make Arochukwu/Ohafia A Model Of Development And Good Representation – Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa On Democracy Day

Arochukwu, National Assembly, News Flash, Ohafia LGA

HAPPY DEMOCRACY DAY!!! As we mark this day, let us renew our pledge to build a constituency where no one is left behind. Together, we will make Arochukwu/Ohafia a model of development and good representation. Today, June 12, we celebrate the enduring power of the people to choose, to speak, and to shape their own future. Democracy is more than voting every four years. It is the daily commitment of leaders to serve with integrity, and the daily commitment of citizens to hold them accountable. As your son and as the APC flagbearer for Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency in 2027, I…

Jun

2026

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Resign If You Can’t End Insecurity, Reps Tell Service Chiefs

News Flash, National Assembly

Resign If You Can’t End Insecurity, Reps Tell Service Chiefs The House of Representatives has called on President Bola Tinubu to come up with comprehensive and aggressive security strategy to flush out bandits, terrorists and kidnappers from their hideouts in Nigeria. The lawmakers said the service chiefs should step down if the administration fails to curb insecurity and regain public trust within a defined timeframe. The lawmakers declared that if the administration proves unable to halt the worsening security situation and restore public confidence within a clearly defined timeframe, the service chiefs should “honourably resign from office.” The call followed…

Jun

2026

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Okonkwo Releases Evidence, Insists Obi, NDC Leaders Demanded Payments From Aspirants

News Flash, Politics

Okonkwo Releases Evidence, Insists Obi, NDC Leaders Demanded Payments From Aspirants Renowned actor and politician, Kenneth Okonkwo, has released what he terms documentary evidence to double down on his corruption allegations against the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, and other Southeast party leaders. Okonkwo insists that aspirants were pressured into making illicit payments to secure tickets during the party’s primary elections. The disclosure follows a pre-litigation warning from Obi’s legal team threatening a five-billion-naira defamation lawsuit over claims Okonkwo originally made on Channels Television’s “Sunrise Daily.” In the interview, he claimed that House of Representatives…

Jun

2026

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Even If They Kidnap All Of Us, There’s No Vacancy In Aso Rock – Edo Governor, Okpebholo

News Flash, Politics

Even If They Kidnap All Of Us, There’s No Vacancy In Aso Rock – Edo Governor, Okpebholo Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has alleged that some persons are sponsoring insecurity to distract President Bola Tinubu. Speaking during the flag-off of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Campaign for Local Government Council elections in Edo South Senatorial District, the governor said, “They can even kidnap all of us—yes, there is no vacancy in Aso Rock.” He said insecurity had suddenly increased in the country, alleging that it is being orchestrated to tarnish the leadership of President Bola Tinubu. Okpebholo said promoting…

Jun

2026

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Iran Re-evaluates Negotiations After US Strikes

Foreign Affairs, News Flash, War, World News

Iran Re-evaluates Negotiations After US Strikes Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman, Esmaeil Baghaei, has cited that Iran is “reviewing” negotiations with the United States (US) in light of strikes on Iran last night, as reported by the Iranian Student News Network (SNN). Baghaei accused the US and Israel of “repeated ceasefire violations” and said that diplomacy cannot “take place in a vacuum,” adding that “a minimal environment in which diplomacy can function” is necessary for negotiations to advance. “Unfortunately, the United States is undermining this process through contradictory messages; frequent shifts in its positions and demands, as well as repeated ceasefire…