Month: June 2026

Former Head of State, Gen. Abdulsalami Abubakar (retd.), has said that some politicians who publicly championed the cause of Chief MKO Abiola during the June 12 political crisis were secretly aligned with the government, while others accepted financial support from both Abiola's camp and his opponent, the late Bashir Tofa, during the 1993 presidential election. The revelation is contained in Chapter 16 of his autobiography, Call of Duty, where he […]

The price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), popularly known as petrol, could fall to as low as N900 per litre in the coming days if global crude oil prices continue their downward trend and a proposed peace agreement between the United States and Iran is successfully concluded. Industry operators say easing tensions in the Middle East have contributed to a sustained decline in international crude oil prices, raising expectations of […]

A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), led by Taminu Turaki, has said Nigeria's democracy is still struggling more than three decades after the annulment of the June 12, 1993 presidential election. In a statement marking the country's Democracy Day celebration, the faction said the lessons of June 12 remain as relevant today as ever and called on the Federal Government to strengthen democratic institutions and uphold citizens' rights. […]

President Bola Tinubu has announced plans to deploy 10,000 tractors across Nigeria over the next five years as part of his administration's strategy to enhance food production, create jobs, and modernize the agricultural sector. Speaking during his Democracy Day address, the President described agriculture as a key pillar of his administration's economic recovery and growth agenda. He said ongoing investments in infrastructure and mechanisation are improving access between producers and […]

The Osi Balogun of Ibadanland, Oba Olubunmi Isioye-Dada, has passed away. The respected traditional ruler reportedly died at his residence in Ibadan after a brief illness. Until his death, Oba Isioye-Dada held the prestigious title of Osi Balogun of Ibadanland, one of the most senior positions in the Balogun line of the Ibadan traditional chieftaincy system. His passing is expected to set in motion the traditional succession process within the […]

The National Assembly has moved closer to establishing state police, with both the Senate and the House of Representatives advancing legislation to amend the 1999 Constitution and decentralise policing in Nigeria. In the House of Representatives, lawmakers overwhelmingly approved the constitutional amendment during plenary, with 289 of the 290 members present voting in favour of the bill, while one member voted against it. The legislation seeks to transfer policing from […]

President Bola Tinubu has attributed part of Nigeria's insecurity challenges to the collapse of effective grassroots governance, saying weak local government administration has hindered national development. Speaking during his nationwide broadcast to commemorate this year's June 12 Democracy Day, the President stressed the importance of strengthening local governance to ensure democracy delivers meaningful benefits to citizens. Tinubu said his administration has pursued financial autonomy for the country's 774 local government […]

Police officers on Friday fired tear gas to disperse protesters who took to the streets of Abuja to demonstrate against worsening economic hardship, insecurity, unemployment, and the rising cost of living. The protest coincided with Nigeria's celebration of the 27th anniversary of uninterrupted democratic rule, as demonstrators called on the government to take urgent steps to address the country's growing socio-economic challenges. The protesters expressed concerns over the increasing burden […]

President Bola Tinubu has urged Nigerians to remain steadfast in their belief in the country, even when they disagree with or criticise his administration. Speaking in a nationwide broadcast to commemorate the 27th anniversary of Nigeria's uninterrupted democratic rule on Friday, the President stressed that constructive criticism is a vital part of democracy but warned against losing faith in the nation. He noted that democracy can only thrive when citizens […]