In a nationwide address commemorating 27 years of uninterrupted civilian rule on Democracy Day 2026, President Bola Tinubu emphasized that security is a prerequisite for democracy, describing democracy without it as a “mirage”.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Addressing National Security

The President acknowledged that the spirit of this year’s Democracy Day celebrations has been marred by the recent kidnapping of schoolchildren in Borno and Oyo states, though he expressed optimism regarding their safe recovery. To combat ongoing threats—including kidnappings, killings, and various violent crimes—the administration has implemented the following measures:

• Security Emergency: The government has officially declared a security emergency to prioritize the protection of citizens.

• Personnel Expansion: To bolster internal security, approval has been granted for the recruitment of thousands of military personnel and over 50,000 new police officers.

• Budgetary Commitment: The administration has dedicated ₦5.41 trillion to the defense and security sector in the 2026 budget, marking the largest allocation in the country’s history to ensure the safety of lives and property.

Eunice Atuejide, a former presidential candidate and founder of the National Interest Party (NIP), has publicly challenged Kenneth Okonkwo, an African Democratic Congress (ADC) chieftain, to present any incriminating evidence he possesses against Peter Obi in a court of law.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

During an appearance on Arise Television’s Prime Time on Thursday, Atuejide stated that while she is a dedicated supporter of Peter Obi, she believes all allegations against him must be subjected to public and judicial scrutiny. Her key points included:

• Demand for Disclosure: Atuejide explicitly challenged Okonkwo to bring all information he claims to have against the former Anambra State governor into the open court.

• Need for Accountability: She emphasized that she does not want to support any political figure with a criminal record and requires this scrutiny to ensure the integrity of the candidate she follows.

• Setting an Example: Atuejide noted that she is pursuing this judicial path because her children are observing her political choices and she wants to ensure the person she supports is different from typical Nigerian politicians.

• Commitment to the Process: She confirmed that she has informed Peter Obi of her intention to demand that this matter be pursued in court so that any alleged incriminating information can be fully vetted.

In his highly anticipated autobiography, former Nigerian Head of State, General Abdulsalami Abubakar (retd.), has provided unprecedented insights into the 1998 death of Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale (MKO) Abiola, the presumed winner of the 1993 presidential election.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

A significant revelation within the book indicates that American officials, present when Abiola died during a meeting in Abuja, were initially denied access to him after the incident. General Abdulsalami notes that a U.S. delegation, led by Undersecretary of State for Political Affairs Tom Pickering and including Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs Susan Rice, was in Nigeria to assess the political situation following the death of General Sani Abacha. After the delegation complained that their initial request to see Abiola had been denied, Abdulsalami ordered his Chief Security Officer (CSO), Abdulrasheed Aliyu, to arrange the meeting. According to Abdulsalami’s account, Abiola became restless and started coughing and sweating during this meeting, subsequently dying at the State House Clinic.

Addressing Poisoning Allegations and Conspiracy Theories

The death of MKO Abiola, occurring just one month after the sudden death of former military ruler General Sani Abacha, who had detained Abiola since 1994, triggered widespread unrest and speculation that he may have been poisoned. General Abdulsalami’s autobiography explicitly addresses and refutes these poisoning rumors, which he describes as “cock and bull stories” amplified after his time in office.

For the sake of transparency, an autopsy was conducted by a team of American, British, Canadian, and Nigerian pathologists. This report attributed Abiola’s death to natural causes, specifically severe long-standing heart disease resulting from hypertension.