Minister Urges Women to Mobilise 10m Votes for 2027
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has urged Nigerian women to mobilise 10 million votes ahead of the 2027 general elections and use their collective strength to influence political outcomes. Sulaiman-Ibrahim said women could translate their numerical strength into political influence by organising around common interests and making […]
Sand Eagles fall again as Ghana qualifier looms
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Nigeria’s Sand Eagles have suffered back-to-back defeats to African champions Senegal, losing 6–4 again in Kaduna on Monday in their final major test before the crucial Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Ghana. The result mirrored Saturday’s opening friendly, when Senegal also edged the Sand Eagles 6–4 at the Murtala […]
NILDS-EU Debate: four Schools Advance to Grand Finale
By Sofia Adenekan-Abdul Four secondary schools in the Federal Capital Territory have advanced to the grand finale of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies, NILDS, and European Union (EU) Union inter-secondary school debate scheduled for October 12. The confirmed finalists include Government Science Secondary School, Maitama; Baptist High School, Kubwa; Government Day Secondary […]
Sand Eagles, Senegal Clash in Kaduna Double-Header
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Nigeria’s Super Sand Eagles will face reigning African champions Senegal in a high-profile two-match international friendly series in Kaduna as they intensify preparations for their crucial 2026 Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Ghana. The two West African beach soccer giants will meet at the Murtala Muhammed Square Beach Soccer […]
Military Badminton Championship Crowns Independence Day Champions
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Chief of Defence Staff Independence Day Military Badminton Championship 2026 has ended on a high note, crowning champions after a keenly contested display of skill, discipline and sportsmanship as Nigeria celebrates its 66th Independence Anniversary. Held at the Mambilla Barracks Badminton Court, the championship brought together athletes from across the Armed […]
Independence: Wike Vows to Extend FCT Development to Rural Areas
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to extending infrastructure and public services to rural and satellite communities across the Federal Capital Territory. Wike made the commitment in his 2026 Independence Day message to FCT residents as Nigeria marked its 66th anniversary. The Minister said the FCT Administration was working […]
Bamidele Urges Peaceful Campaigns Ahead of 2027 Elections
By Anayo Akwitti The Leader of the Senate, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, has urged political parties and their candidates to conduct peaceful in compliance with the Electoral Act 2026 and the 1999 Constitution, as amended. Bamidele, who is also Chairman of the South-West Caucus in the National Assembly, made the call in his Independence Day message […]
NILDS-EU Debate: Students Demand Stronger Protection, Opportunities for Girl Child
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul Secondary school students across the Federal Capital Territory have called for stronger protection of the rights of the girl child, including access to education, equal opportunities and greater participation in leadership. The students made the call during the NILDS-European Union (EU) Inter-Secondary School Debate in Abuja. This first phase formed part of […]
Nigeria @66: Abuja Residents Call for Responsible Leadership
By Sulyman Gobir As Nigeria marks its 66th Independence Anniversary, Abuja residents have called for responsible leadership, patriotism and greater citizen participation in addressing the country’s challenges and promoting national development. The residents, who spoke in separate interviews with NILDS Democracy Radio, said Nigeria had made progress since independence but continued to face challenges, including […]
Nigeria @66: We Are Moving From Reform To Prosperity – Tinubu
By Julian Osamoto President Bola Tinubu has declared that Nigeria has moved beyond the difficult phase of economic reforms and entered an age of prosperity. https://democracyradio.ng/wp-admin/post.php?post=34056&action=edit He made the declaration on Thursday in his Independence Day address to Nigerians, as the country marked its 66th anniversary. The president said his administration’s economic reforms had corrected […]