Press Freedom Day: NHRC boss says free press is vital to democracy
The Executive Secretary of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), Dr. Tony Ojukwu, has called for absolute zero tolerance toward…
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“Nigeria an electoral dictatorship, not democracy” – Civil society activist
Nigeria is not operating as a full democracy but as an “electoral dictatorship,” where elections are held regularly but the…
Democracy will stand with or without ADC on the ballot – APC Lagos
The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has responded sharply to recent claims by a faction of…
The perils of a one-party state: Why Nigeria must guard its democracy
Nigeria’s democratic journey has been long, fragile, and hard-earned. From years of military dictatorship to the return of civil rule…
Democracy at risk as manual transmission persists – Ezeugwa warns
A political affairs commentator, Chidozie Ezeugwa, has warned that Nigeria’s democracy faces serious threats if authorities fail to ensure full…
Ejiofor: Attacks on Umeagbalasi are assault on truth, journalism, and democracy
Nigerian human rights lawyer, Ifeanyi Ejiofor, has condemned what he described as a coordinated media attack on Mr. Emeka Umeagbalasi,…
Obi, Commonwealth Chief discuss democracy, education, others
Chinedum Elekwachi The presidential candidate of the Labour Party in Nigeria’s 2023 general election, Mr. Peter Obi, has met with…
Nigeria in civilian rule, not democracy – Citizens
Kenechukwu Ofomah As the nation marks democracy day on June 12, 2025, many Nigerians are of the opinion that what…
Anambra 2025: Democracy’s Defining Moment
Prince Chris Azor As political activities intensify across Anambra State in anticipation of the November 2025 governorship election, the atmosphere…
Anambra 2025: A test of democracy, participation, and peace
Alfred Ajayi As political activities ramp up across Anambra State ahead of the November 2025 gubernatorial election, the atmosphere is…