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Published on 04:54 GMT

Senate Ignites Historic Debate on 60 Bills to Overhaul Nigeria’s Constitution at Zonal Hearings

– State police, LG autonomy, diaspora voting, women representation top agenda – Independent candidacy, political party/traditional institution reforms, state creation on horizon Sunday Aborisade in Abuja In what may become the most …

Source: This Day - Pro-Government
Published on 05:45 GMT

Democracy Day: In search of accountable and effective security sector

On June 12, 2025, Nigeria marked 26 years of uninterrupted civilian rule with the celebration of Democracy Day. A national holiday was observed, during which President Bola Ahmed Tinubu addressed a joint session of the National Assembly, where he expounded …

Source: The Guardian (Nigeria) - Neutral
Published on 04:53 GMT

Nigeria’s jaundiced judicial, electoral systems

In a lengthy phone conversation last Friday, Professor Obijiofor Aginam and I lamented the sad turn of events in Nigeria today. The widely-travelled professor of law is currently the director general of UNESCO’s Mahatma Ghandi Institute of Education for …

Source: The Sun Nigeria - Indeterminate
Published on 06:09 GMT

Nigeria politics requires drastic surgery – Octogenarian Bishop, Okonkwo

Presiding Bishop of The Redeemed Evangelical Mission (TREM), Mike Okonkwo, has lent his voice to the growing concern in some quartets about the possibility of Nigeria relapsing into a party state, following the recent defections from the opposition parties …

Source: Daily Post - Neutral
Published on Jun 22, 2025

Nigeria's president, Bola Tinubu ends tenure as ECOWAS chairman

Bio replaces Nigeria's president, Tinubu, whose two-term tenure was marked by significant regional turbulence and efforts to preserve democratic governance within the bloc. The leadership transition was confirmed at the ECOWAS Heads of State and …

Source: Business Insider Africa - Neutral
Published on 03:50 GMT

Top Nigerian Newspaper Headlines For Today, Monday, 23rd June, 2025

Good morning Nigeria. Welcome to the Naija News roundup of top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today, Monday, 23rd June, 2025 President Bola Tinubu has condemned the weekend suicide bombing in Konduga, Borno State, describing the act as a “cowardly” …

Source: Naija News - Neutral
Published on 04:34 GMT

ECOWAS: Bio to champion democracy, security, regional reform

Nigeria, Benin sign pact on integration President Bola Tinubu, yesterday, formally bowed out as Chairman of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), after two years of steering the bloc through a period of political turbulence and reform. …

Source: The Guardian (Nigeria) - Neutral
Published on Jun 22, 2025

Poverty drives godfatherism in Nigerian politics – Jandor

The 2023 Lagos State governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Olajide Adediran, popularly called Jandor, has said that widespread poverty among the populace fuels the influence of political godfathers across Nigeria, ultimately undermining …

Source: Punch - Indeterminate
Published on Jun 22, 2025

Bio assumes ECOWAS leadership, vows to promote democracy, regional reform

President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria on Sunday formally bowed out as Chairman of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) after two years of steering the bloc through a period of political turbulence and reform. This came as President Julius …

Source: The Guardian (Nigeria) - Neutral
Published on Jun 22, 2025

Bio Succeeds Tinubu As ECOWAS Chair, Vows To Tackle Insecurity, Restore Democracy

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) entered a new chapter on Sunday as President Julius Maada Wonie Bio of Sierra Leone was elected chairman of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government, succeeding Nigeria’s President Bola …

Source: Leadership - Neutral
Published on Jun 22, 2025

Nigeria’s Ballot Battle—Why INEC Must Be Free Before Nigeria Can Be

“In Nigeria, elections are not counted—they are written.” It is one of Nigeria’s most painful political jokes, and yet, a terrifying truth: “Elections in Nigeria are written, not counted.” That line, repeated in hushed tones across campuses, compounds, and …

Source: Kogi Reports - Pending
Published on Jun 22, 2025

Tinubu supported June 12 annulment, not part of pro-democracy struggle - Lamido

A former Governor of Jigawa State, Sule Lamido, has alleged that President Bola Tinubu supported the annulment of the June 12, 1993 presidential election and was not part of the early pro-democracy resistance that followed. Speaking during an interview on …

Source: Punch - Indeterminate
Published on Jun 22, 2025

Joseph Chu’ma Otteh: The man who changed human rights enforcement in Nigeria, By Chidi Anselm Odinkalu

Joseph Chu’ma Otteh The legal career of Joseph Chu’ma Otteh, whose mortal remains were committed to earth on 20 June, could easily have been different. He graduated from the Faculty of Law at the Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) in Ile-Ife in 1988, very …

Source: Premium Times - Neutral
Published on Jun 22, 2025

Joseph Chu’ma Otteh: The man who changed human rights enforcement in Nigeria

The legal career of Joseph Chu’ma Otteh, whose mortal remains were committed to earth on 20 June 2025, could easily have been different. He graduated from the Faculty of Law at the Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) in Ile-Ife in 1988, very much one of the …

Source: The Cable - Neutral
Published on Jun 22, 2025

Tinubu Govt Indicted as Nigeria Scores Poorly in Global Human Rights Report

Nigeria has once again ranked among the world’s worst countries for human rights protection, with a new report indicting the Federal Government for widespread rights violations, arbitrary arrests, and worsening living conditions. The Human Rights …

Source: Point Blank News - Indeterminate
Published on Jun 22, 2025

26 Years of Unbroken Democracy: Public Office Holders With Legislative, Executive Experience

In the 26 years of unbroken democratic rule in Nigeria, certain individuals have had the rare privilege of serving in both the executive and legislative branches of government. While some in this class have distinguished records of service, others have …

Source: This Day - Pro-Government
Published on 01:12 GMT

Tinubu, His Late Mother Supported Babangida’s Annulment Of MKO Abiola’s June 12 Election Victory – Lamido

Former governor of Jigawa State, Sule Lamido has claimed that President Bola Tinubu supported Ibrahim Babangida, ex- military head of state, in annulment of the June 12, 1993 election. Speaking in an interview on Arise Television on Saturday, Lamido said …

Source: Information Nigeria - Neutral
Published on Jun 22, 2025

No Sense Of Nationalism Among Nigerians Anymore – Anike

1 Hon. Charles Anike is the National President of Eastern Union (EU), a political pressure group for the people of the Old Eastern Region. In this interview with EJIKEME OMENAZU, he speaks on the recently celebrated Democracy Day among other crucial issues …

Source: Daily Independent - Pending
Published on Jun 21, 2025

Nigeria, Benin sign integration agreement as Tinubu, Talon lead call for regional reforms

Nigeria and the Republic of Benin signed an agreement on Saturday to deepen bilateral integration and serve as a model for broader regional cooperation within ECOWAS. According to a statement signed by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President ( …

Source: News Diary Online - Indeterminate

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 11:00 GMT

Sons in the Shadow: Surviving the Family Business as an SOB* (*Son of the Boss) — a book embodying American spirit

A page-turning family saga celebrating entrepreneurial spirit, free enterprise, commitment to democracy, religious liberty, journalistic integrity and education PEORIA, IL, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Newly released book …

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 18:53 GMT

President Cyril Ramaphosa addresses 30th anniversary of the Constitutional Court, 20 Jun

President Cyril Ramaphosa will tomorrow, Friday 20 June 2025, deliver the keynote address at the 30th anniversary since the establishment of the Constitutional Court in South Africa. The anniversary will take place at Braamfontein Constitution Hill in …

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Published on June 21, 2025 - 23:25 GMT

CEU Open Society Prize Awarded to Russian Opposition Figure Yulia Navalnaya

VIENNA, AUSTRIA, June 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The prestigious Open Society Prize of the Central European University (CEU) is being awarded this year to Russian opposition figure Yulia Navalnaya, widow of long-time regime critic Alexei …

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Published on June 21, 2025 - 15:48 GMT

Refreshments Now Allowed While While Waiting to Vote

Governor Kathy Hochul today signed legislation repealing an outdated section of New York’s election law — the new legislation now supports voters by allowing refreshments to be provided as they wait in line to exercise their civic duty. Across the State, …

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Published on June 20, 2025 - 15:35 GMT

Stand Up for Science Launches: PRESS CONNECT

The Stand Up for Science Press Connect system is a safe and secure way to connect scientists with press. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Stand Up for Science, the non-profit organization that led the nationwide …

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Published on June 21, 2025 - 01:19 GMT

Governor Newsom announces appointments 6.20.25

SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the following appointments: Soon-Sik Lee, of Bellevue, Washington, has been appointed Chief of Planning and Engineering at the California High Speed Rail Authority. Lee has been a Vice President – Senior …

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Published on June 20, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

Children Praying for Children: UNWLA Hosts 51 Prayer Events Nationwide Urging Return of Abducted Ukrainian Children

Launched in 2024, UNWLA's annual campaign, Children Praying for Children, raises awareness and support for 19,546 Ukrainian children abducted by Russian forces. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Ukrainian …

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Published on June 20, 2025 - 06:07 GMT

JOINT STATEMENT FROM NATIONAL BAR ASSOCIATION AND NATIONAL MEDICAL ASSOCIATION

A United Call to Preserve and Strengthen DEI Commitments in Education and Beyond WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Bar Association (NBA) and the National Medical Association (NMA)—the nation’s oldest …

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Published on June 23, 2025 - 07:15 GMT

Soriano Group Issues Global Call to Action as Climate Crisis Reaches Critical Threshold

WMO Predicts 80% Chance of Record Heat Between 2025–2029, Heightened Risk of Crossing 1.5°C Limit NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Soriano Group, a leading global consortium in sustainable infrastructure and …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Culture, Society & Lifestyle ...
Published on June 23, 2025 - 00:22 GMT

9 Best Silver IRA Companies for 2025 Revealed by SilverIRAs.com

GoldenCrest Metals earns top honors for transparency, low fees, and exceptional customer service in 2025 rankings. HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, June 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As inflation, debt, and global unrest continue to shake investor …

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Published on June 23, 2025 - 00:13 GMT

Distribuidores Europeos de Electrónica Optan por Hong Kong ante Guerras Comerciales y Riesgos de Suministro

HK Refurbished Stock reporta aumento del 300 % en consultas europeas por alternativas sin aranceles para abastecimiento de smartphones MEXICO, June 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A medida que las tensiones comerciales globales continúan …

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Published on June 22, 2025 - 17:53 GMT

The US enters Israel’s war with Iran — MEI experts react

The United States struck three nuclear facilities in Iran on the evening of June 21, in the midst of the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict. MEI scholars provide real-time analysis to help make sense of what this escalation means and what might come next. This …

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Published on June 21, 2025 - 23:49 GMT

Lisbon Fire Department Hosts Ribbon Cutting for New Facility, Marking a Milestone in Community Safety and Readiness

State-of-the-Art Facility Enhances Emergency Response and Firefighter Health Standards LISBON, CT, UNITED STATES, June 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, the Town of Lisbon celebrated the grand opening of its new fire station with a symbolic …

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Published on June 21, 2025 - 23:25 GMT

CEU Open Society Prize Awarded to Russian Opposition Figure Yulia Navalnaya

VIENNA, AUSTRIA, June 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The prestigious Open Society Prize of the Central European University (CEU) is being awarded this year to Russian opposition figure Yulia Navalnaya, widow of long-time regime critic Alexei …

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Published on June 21, 2025 - 23:18 GMT

75 Years After Korean War and No Gun Ri, Forgotten Pain—Memoir That Launched a Movement—Now in English

A Haunting Memoir Bearing Witness to the Madness of the Korean War and the Fragile Emergence of the Public Conscience MT. PLEASANT, MI, UNITED STATES, June 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On the 75th anniversary of the Korean War and the little- …

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Published on June 21, 2025 - 22:28 GMT

Stein, Stringer and Hoylman-Sigal Energize the Upper East Side Voters During Early Voting

NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, June 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As early voting continues across New York City, District Leader candidate Todd J. Stein is gaining strong grassroots support from Upper East Side and Roosevelt Island voters. …

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Published on June 20, 2025 - 18:52 GMT

CHRISTINA LAMBERT EARNS SEIU FLORIDA ENDORSEMENT FOR WEST PALM BEACH MAYOR

WEST PALM BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Christina Lambert’s campaign for Mayor of West Palm Beach gained major momentum with the formal endorsement of SEIU Florida, the state council of North America’s largest and …

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Published on June 20, 2025 - 18:29 GMT

Rediscovering America’s Forgotten Military Catastrophe—And the War for a Forest

Rick M. Schoenfield’s The Soldiers Fell Like Autumn Leaves Brings to Light the Battle of the Wabash—The U.S. Army’s Greatest Defeat in the Indian Wars CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In The Soldiers Fell Like …

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Published on June 20, 2025 - 18:09 GMT

America’s Family-Owned Businesses Succeed 20 Years Plus, While Fostering Generations of Employees, According to Survey

Study Shows 66% of “Next Generation” Work in Their Family Businesses, While Employee Family Members Also Stay for Generations WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Family-owned businesses tend to last 20 years or …

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Published on June 21, 2025 - 04:45 GMT

Caught in the crossfire: How the Iran-Israel war undermines Erdoğan’s agenda

After Israel assassinated Lebanese Hizballah commander Hassan Nasrallah toward the end of last year, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s message of solidarity with Lebanon conspicuously omitted the former militant group leader’s name. Turkey watchers …

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Published on June 20, 2025 - 16:10 GMT

Nancy Richmond to Lead New Family Law Practice at A.Y. Strauss

LIVINGSTON, NJ, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A.Y. Strauss, a leading law firm known for its commercial real estate, litigation, construction, immigration, cannabis, labor and employment, and corporate bankruptcy practices, …

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Published on June 20, 2025 - 15:35 GMT

Stand Up for Science Launches: PRESS CONNECT

The Stand Up for Science Press Connect system is a safe and secure way to connect scientists with press. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Stand Up for Science, the non-profit organization that led the nationwide …

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Published on June 20, 2025 - 14:59 GMT

JUSTAS: The Journey of Survivors – A New Video Podcast by Equality Now and the Thelma Fardin Foundation

Centered on experiences of sexual violence survivors in Latin America and the Caribbean, the series explores systemic barriers they face when seeking justice. BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In Latin America and the …

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Published on June 20, 2025 - 14:59 GMT

Lanzamos JUSTAS, el camino de las sobrevivientes: el videopodcast de Equality Now y la Fundación Thelma Fardin

BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- En América Latina y el Caribe, las sobrevivientes de violencia sexual enfrentan múltiples desafíos para acceder a la justicia. Quienes deciden denunciar enfrentan procesos largos, …

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Published on June 20, 2025 - 14:50 GMT

New York State Police Investigators Association Elects New President

Senior Investigator Kurt Labuda will take over as President ALBANY, NY, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The New York State Police Investigators Association (NYSPIA) announced today the election of a new President. Senior …

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Published on June 20, 2025 - 14:45 GMT

USMC Col. (Ret.) Riccoh Player, Emmy Winner, Joins WARRIOR Legacy Network as Chief Communications Officer

Riccoh Player USMC Col. (Ret.), Emmy winner & former USMC Chief of Public Affairs, joins WARRIOR Legacy Network as Chief Communications Officer. DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- WARRIOR Enterprises LLC is proud …

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Published on June 20, 2025 - 14:23 GMT

NY Assembly Blocks Stillbirth Leave Protections for Third Year

Families and maternal health leaders condemn the Assembly’s continued inaction on stillbirth leave ALBANY, NY, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For the third consecutive legislative session, proposed legislation aimed at …

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Published on June 20, 2025 - 12:18 GMT

Sens. Tillis, Hassan Introduce Continuous Skilled Nursing Quality Improvement Act to Strengthen Medicaid Nursing

Legislation was developed with input from Home Care Association of America (HCAOA) and the National Alliance for Care at Home (Alliance). WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) and Senator …

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