Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), says electoral malpractice persists in Nigeria because citizens fail to actively defend their votes and hold the electoral process accountable. Speaking during an engagement with supporters on a recent visit to the United States, the former Anambra governor argued that the responsibility for ensuring credible…
Seriake Dickson, founder and national leader of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), says concerns that recently generated tension within the party have been amicably resolved following a closed-door meeting with Peter Obi, the party’s presidential candidate. In a post on X on Friday, Dickson disclosed that the meeting, which lasted about three hours, was attended…
Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has urged Nigerians to reflect on the history and significance of June 12, describing the date as the foundation of the country’s modern democratic identity. In a post on X on Friday, Obi said June 12 should not merely be celebrated as Democracy Day but…
Abdulmumuni Abiola, son of the late Moshood Kashimawo Olawale (MKO) Abiola, the acclaimed winner of the annulled June 12, 1993, presidential election, says many of the challenges that inspired the June 12 struggle three decades ago remain unresolved despite 27 years of uninterrupted democratic rule. Speaking on Arise Television’s morning programme on Friday, Abiola said…
Seriake Dickson, national leader of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), says Peter Obi was present when the party approved the integration of the Obidient Movement and other support groups into its formal structure. Addressing journalists on Thursday, Dickson dismissed reports of friction within the party, insisting that the NDC remains united and committed to building…
Adetokunbo Abiru, senator representing Lagos East, has urged Nigerians to remain steadfast in their support for President Bola Tinubu as the administration pursues economic reforms and national transformation initiatives. In a Democracy Day message on Thursday, the lawmaker described the occasion as a significant milestone in Nigeria’s democratic journey, noting that the country has now…
President Bola Tinubu has urged Nigerians to continue believing in the country’s democratic future, saying criticism and disagreement are essential to democracy but should not translate into a loss of faith in the nation. Speaking in a nationwide broadcast on Thursday to commemorate the 2026 Democracy Day celebration, Tinubu called on citizens, institutions, and political…
Seriake Dickson, national leader of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has defended the party’s decision to hand Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso its presidential and vice-presidential tickets without a contest, saying the party made significant concessions to accommodate them. Speaking while engaging party stakeholders on Thursday, Dickson said neither Obi nor Kwankwaso was asked to…
Aisha Yesufu, activist and chieftain of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has criticised Seriake Dickson, the party’s national leader, accusing him of focusing on himself rather than promoting the party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, during a recent television interview. In a post on X on Thursday, Yesufu said Dickson missed an opportunity to reassure aggrieved…
The federal government has approved new guidelines regulating the award and use of honorary doctorate degrees in Nigerian universities as part of efforts to restore the credibility of academic honours and curb their abuse. In a statement dated June 10, the Federal Ministry of Education said the policy was approved following recommendations by the National…
