“Nigeria’s Democracy at 25: Tinubu’s Leadership Lays Foundation for Greater Heights” As Nigeria observes Democracy Day on June 12, the nation celebrates a remarkable milestone—25 uninterrupted years of civilian governance. This quarter-century of democracy is the longest in Nigeria’s history, signifying resilience and progress in its political journey. While challenges remain, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration is charting a path toward national transformation, prioritizing reforms aimed at long-term stability and sustainable development. Democracy, though globally celebrated as the best system of governance, comes with growing pains. In Nigeria, its journey has been a mix of triumphs and trials. While citizens…
Author: Ufok Ibekwe
Behind every great story of success is a quiet figure—sometimes in the background, sometimes center stage—offering wisdom, correction, encouragement, and clarity. That figure is a mentor. You may have vision, talent, and drive. But without a mentor, you risk wasting time reinventing wheels others already mastered. A mentor compresses time, helps you avoid unnecessary scars, and gives you the gift of hindsight without the pain of experience. Their guidance turns potential into performance. Now flip the coin. Every truly successful person must take on a mentee. Why? Because success that ends with you is failure in disguise. Mentorship forces you…
On my way home late one evening, something stopped me cold on Airport Road — that artery of Abuja where cars fly like angry soldier ants on a warpath. But this time, time itself seemed to freeze. Flames licked hungrily at the sealed bonnet of a white Toyota Corolla, casting a sinister glow that bled into the night. The car stood in isolation, not as a vehicle, but as a smouldering relic of battle — like a wounded war tank left to die in no man’s land. It made no sound, yet somehow, it screamed for help. I pulled over,…
In a move aimed at fostering sustainable development and aligning with broader national and state agendas, Hon. Elder Emem Udom, the member representing Ukanafun State Constituency in the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly, has officially announced his resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). After extensive consultations with the people of his constituency, Hon. Udom declared his commitment to supporting the ARISE agenda of Governor Umo Eno and the Renewed Hope agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. This decision reflects his desire to prioritize sustainable growth and development for the constituency and the nation at large. In his resignation…
Setting the Record Straight on Senator Natasha’s Media Manipulation–By Dr.Monday O. Ubani SAN When I saw the recycled news from some bloggers and news outlets, I felt I need to offer a succinct and accurate clarification on the status of the pending legal matter between Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan and key officers of the National Assembly, currently before the Federal High Court, Abuja, and presided over by Hon. Justice Binta Nyako over her suspension matter. At our last court appearance, the matter was fully heard, and judgment was reserved for the 27th of June 2025. This remains the true and correct…
UK Sanctions Far-Right Israeli Ministers Over Incitement of Violence Against Palestinians The United Kingdom has imposed sanctions on two far-right Israeli ministers, Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich, citing their “repeated incitements of violence against Palestinian communities” in the occupied West Bank. The measures, announced by the UK Foreign Secretary, ban the ministers from entering the UK and freeze any assets they hold in the country. This decision is part of a coordinated effort with Australia, Norway, Canada, and New Zealand, unveiled on Tuesday. In response, Israel condemned the sanctions, calling them “outrageous” and asserting that they unfairly target elected officials…
Russia announced on Wednesday its readiness to assist in easing tensions surrounding Iran’s nuclear program by removing Tehran’s highly enriched uranium (HEU) and converting it into fuel for civilian reactors. Moscow described the initiative as a practical step toward bridging the divide between the United States and Iran. While Iran insists its nuclear program is strictly for peaceful purposes, its accelerated uranium enrichment has raised alarm in Western nations and Gulf states, which suspect Tehran may be advancing toward developing nuclear weapons. Efforts by the U.S. to revive negotiations aimed at curbing Iran’s nuclear activities have faced challenges. In a…
TODAY’S SCRIPTURE :1 Corinthians 15:57 “But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” TODAY’S WORD Today is a day of celebration. A day to shout, “Hallelujah, I have overcome!” No matter what battles you’ve faced, no matter what storms have tried to shake you, the victory is already yours through Christ Jesus. This is not a timid victory or a quiet moment. This is a bold, triumphant declaration of God’s power at work in your life. The enemy thought he had you. He thought the weight of the world would crush you, but…
Federal Government Releases Programme for 2025 Democracy Day Celebration The Federal Government has unveiled the official schedule for the 2025 Democracy Day celebration, set to take place on Thursday, June 12. According to a statement issued by the Inter-Ministerial Committee on Democracy Day, the day’s events will commence with a national broadcast by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at 7:00 a.m. During the address, the President will reflect on the nation’s democratic progress, highlight ongoing reforms under the Renewed Hope Agenda, and reiterate the government’s commitment to upholding democratic principles. The statement, signed by Abdulhakeem Adeoye on behalf of the Director…
Dele Momodu Warns of Civilian Dictatorship in Nigeria Dele Momodu, a two-time presidential aspirant and prominent chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has expressed grave concerns over the state of Nigeria’s democracy, warning that the country is sliding into civilian dictatorship. Speaking during an appearance on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief on Wednesday, Momodu lamented the erosion of democratic values, especially as Nigeria prepares to commemorate Democracy Day. He stated, “On the eve of June 12, Nigeria is virtually back to civilian dictators who don’t care how you feel or what you think. Nigerians are hungry.” Momodu criticized elected…