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Peter Obi Calls for National Emergency Over Benue Killings

Obi Demands National Emergency Over Benue Violence Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has condemned the recent wave of killings in Benue State . More than 200 lives were reportedly lost in a single attack, with many victims being women, children, soldiers, and displaced persons. In a statement released on Sunday, Obi said the tragedy has become too frequent in Nigerian life , and called for a national emergency to address the situation. He described the attacks as not just violence, but a failure of leadership and a moral stain on the country’s conscience. “Every life lost is a Nigerian life—each one precious, each one irreplaceable.” Government Must Act, Not Just React Obi questioned the ability of the government at all levels to protect citizens when such large-scale loss of life continues unchecked. “The primary duty of any government […]

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Peter Obi Drops Bombshell, Claims Tinubu Borrowed More Than 3 Presidents Combined

Peter Obi Slams Tinubu Over Democracy, Borrowing Habits Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, has accused President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of weakening Nigeria’s democracy and taking the country into economic decline since assuming office two years ago. Obi made the remarks during Democracy Day celebrations on Thursday, June 12, criticizing Tinubu’s leadership and calling for urgent reforms. “After a close look at this administration, it’s clear that many things are not working as they should,” Obi stated. He also claimed that Tinubu’s government has borrowed more money than the last three Nigerian presidents combined—a shocking accusation that has sparked widespread debate. Democracy in Recession Under Tinubu – Obi In his statement, Obi argued that Nigeria’s democratic institutions have weakened under Tinubu’s leadership. “The system is in recession—not just economically, but politically and institutionally,” he said. Obi pointed to […]

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President Tinubu’s Democracy Day 2025 Address: Unity, Economic Growth, and Rejection of One-Party Rule

Tinubu Delivers Democracy Day 2025 Address Before National Assembly On June 12, 2025 , President Bola Ahmed Tinubu addressed a joint session of the National Assembly in Abuja to mark Democracy Day , celebrating the resilience of Nigeria’s democratic values and institutions. The event honored the legacy of Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola , whose June 12 election victory in 1993 was officially recognized by the government under Tinubu’s leadership. “Today, as I entered this grand edifice built from the sweat and toil of our democratic yearning, my heart stirred with pride and resolve.” A Tribute to Democratic Heroes In his speech, Tinubu paid homage to democracy icons who sacrificed their lives for the cause: Alhaja Kudirat Abiola Pa Alfred Rewane Anthony Enahoro Gani Fawehinmi Dan Suleiman Abraham Adesanya Ayo Adebanjo Balarabe Musa Ganiyu Dawodu Bagauda Kaltho Commodore Ndubuisi Kanu […]

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JUST-IN: Tinubu Cancels Democracy Day Broadcast, To Address Nigerians From NASS

Tinubu Shifts Democracy Day Address to National Assembly Floor In a last-minute change, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has cancelled his planned Democracy Day national broadcast , opting instead to deliver his speech before a joint session of the National Assembly on Thursday, June 12, 2025 —marking Nigeria’s 26th Democracy Day . The update was confirmed by Segun Imohiosen , Director of Information and Public Relations at the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), in a statement released on Wednesday. “Due to H.E. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s scheduled attendance at the National Assembly Joint Session, the Presidential National Broadcast on June 12 has been cancelled.” This marks a rare shift from the usual televised broadcast, reflecting a more institutional and legislative-centered commemoration of Nigeria’s democratic milestones. Democracy Day Events Still Proceeding as Planned Despite the cancellation […]

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