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Defense Minister Christopher Musa has raised fresh concerns over the role of informants and local collaborators in supporting terrorism, banditry and insurgency across the country. Musa said the persistence of insecurity is largely driven by the support criminal groups receive from communities, describing such assistance as a critical lifeline to their operations. The minister spoke on Friday at the 2026 …

By Joseph Amedu, Lokoja Kogi State Governor, Usman Ododo, has called on Nigerians to remain steadfast in protecting and strengthening the nation’s democracy, describing June 12 as a distinctive symbol of sacrifice, patriotism and the collective determination of the Nigerian people to uphold democratic governance. Ododo, who made the call in his Democracy Day message, congratulated citizens across the country …

Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has called on Nigerians to draw inspiration from the June 12, 1993 elections and work towards ensuring credible, transparent and citizen-led elections in 2027. In a Democracy Day message posted on his handle X on Friday, Obi said June 12 should serve as a time for reflection on the state of Nigeria’s …

The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja on Thursday sentenced five men to 25 years in prison each for their roles in a cross-border arms trafficking ring that allegedly supplied arms to Boko Haram-linked operatives in Niger State. The convicts – Yusuf Muhammad (alias Bature), Goni Ibrahim Bindi (alias Goni Mutuwa), Sani Tukur (alias Danladi), Mubarak Ibrahim and Musa Alhaji …

SpaceX, the rocket company founded by Elon Musk has crossed the $1 trillion mark, making it the first person in history to cross the milestone. SpaceX priced its initial public offering at $135 per share, bringing Musk’s estimated fortune to more than $1 trillion. Shares of the company, which trades under the ticker symbol “SPCX” on Nasdaq, rose to $165 …

By Ayo Kehinde The Edo State Government has ordered the reopening of schools that were previously closed in some parts of the state due to security threats, announcing that the affected public and private institutions will resume full academic activities on Monday, June 15, 2026, following a comprehensive review of the security situation. The directive was contained in an official …

Senator Adams Oshiomhole (APC-Edo North) has urged Nigerians to continue to defend democratic rule, saying despite its imperfections, it remains superior to military rule. Oshiomhole stated this as a guest speaker at the event organized by Ondo State to commemorate the June 12 Democracy Day celebration on Friday, in Akure, Ondo State. The event was themed “June 12 and Beyond: …

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ibogun District, Ifo Local Government Area of ​​Ogun State, has suspended a prominent party leader, Chief Joju Fadairo, along with the District Chairman, Alhaji Akeem Oluwanisola, and District Youth Leader, Abraham Samuel Ochem, for alleged anti-party activities and alleged violations of the party constitution. The suspension was ratified at a general meeting of APC …

The National President of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, has congratulated Nigerians on the occasion of Democracy Day, urging citizens to reflect on the significance of June 12 and recommit themselves to the ideals of unity, patriotism, good governance and national development. Professor Yilwatda described June 12 as one of the most important dates in Nigeria’s democratic …

*President Bola Tinubu Democracy Day 2026 Speech Dear Nigerians, Today we celebrate democracy and the enduring Nigerian spirit. For 27 continuous years, since May 29, 1999, Nigerians have chosen their leaders through voting, witnessed peaceful transitions of power, and resolved disagreements in courtrooms and legislative chambers, not with violence. We have experienced the longest period of civil government in our …