In recent years, Nigeria’s democratic system has faced mounting pressure—and many are beginning to ask a serious question: Is democracy being dismantled in Nigeria? From growing authoritarianism to suppression of dissent, flawed elections, and economic hardship, the pillars of Nigeria’s democratic experiment are shaking. 1. Weak Electoral Integrity Elections are supposed to be...

  The Peering Advocacy and Advancement Centre in Africa (PAACA) has expressed concern over Nigeria's interpretation of "democracy dividends," urging the government to provide more substantial benefits to its citizens. Beyond Basic Infrastructure: PAACA emphasizes that achievements like road construction and salary payments should not be the sole indicators of democratic success. Call...

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has confirmed that the explosion which occurred on Monday near the Mogadishu Cantonment (Abacha Barracks) along the Mararaba-Nyanya Expressway in Abuja was the result of a suicide bombing attempt. According to NEMA, the incident happened at approximately 1:47 p.m. when a suspected suicide bomber, carrying an improvised explosive device (IED),...

The Anambra State Police Command has successfully dismantled a significant drug trafficking syndicate operating in Isuaniocha, Awka North Local Government Area, arresting six suspects, including a female dealer, officials confirmed on Saturday. According to a statement by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, the raid was conducted in the early hours of Friday, May 30, 2025,...

  In a significant operation, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has uncovered a warehouse in Kaduna State harboring expired non-alcoholic beverages valued at approximately ₦35 million. The discovery follows a tip-off from a concerned citizen, leading to the interception of two buses and a golf wagon car loaded with expired drinks en route to Kwanar...