Edo Gov Okpebholo Approves ₦914m Compensation for Demolished APC Youth Leader’s Hotel.

Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has approved the payment of ₦914 million as compensation for the demolition of the hotel belonging to the All Progressives Congress (APC) State Youth Leader, Mr. Tony Adun, popularly known as Kabaka.

The multi-million-naira T. Latifah Hotel and Suites, located in the Ugbor axis of GRA, Benin, was demolished on February 5, 2020, under the administration of former Governor Godwin Obaseki, over claims that it was built on government land.

Edo State Commissioner for Information and Communication, Hon. Paul Ohonbamu, confirmed the development to journalists in Benin City, stating that the payment followed a resolution reached at the State Executive Council meeting.

He explained that Adun had challenged the demolition in court and won the case. Since the ruling was inherited by the current administration, Governor Okpebholo decided to implement it.
“As a governor who believes that decisions of the court are to be obeyed, today (Friday), EXCO has approved the sum the court asked to be paid. The beneficiary will know that we have a governor who is thoughtful, law-abiding, and believes that justice must be rooted in confidence,” Ohonbamu said.

Weekend Tribune recalls that on June 13, 2025, Adun revealed in a viral video on Edo Videos Facebook page that Governor Okpebholo had also promised to rebuild his hotel. The disclosure came a day earlier during the Democracy Day celebration at the State Government House.

“Your Excellency, I want to thank you for your promise. I want to tell you all what makes my Democracy Day today.

“What makes my Democracy Day today is His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, and Hon. Dennis Idahosa, who have promised Kabaka that they will rebuild my hotel this morning.

“May God bless you all as you join me to celebrate my lost hotel,” he stated.

Tinubu Lost Opportunity To Restore Fubara As Gov — Expert
A communication expert, Sarah Chidiebere Joe, says President Bola Tinubu’s June 12 Democracy Day speech was a missed opportunity for him to have restored Siminalayi Fubara as governor of Rivers State.

Chief Lulu-Briggs decried the continued political tensions in Rivers State and criticized the President’s Democracy Day address for failing to address what he described as the “unsettling realities” in the state. He reaffirmed his solidarity with the people of Rivers State, insisting that their voices must not be silenced.

“We demand a democratic resolution to our crisis, one that honors the will of the people and the sanctity of governance,” he stated firmly.

The High Chief also extended his condolences to the victims of the recent Air India plane crash, expressing sympathy and prayers for the affected families, and urging all to treat life as sacred, both theirs and others’.

Concluding his message, Chief Lulu-Briggs thanked friends, family, and supporters for their outpouring of love and prayers, wishing joy and endless celebration in return.
Chief Lulu-Briggs decried the continued political tensions in Rivers State and criticized the President’s Democracy Day address for failing to address what he described as the “unsettling realities” in the state. He reaffirmed his solidarity with the people of Rivers State, insisting that their voices must not be silenced.

“We demand a democratic resolution to our crisis, one that honors the will of the people and the sanctity of governance,” he stated firmly.

The High Chief also extended his condolences to the victims of the recent Air India plane crash, expressing sympathy and prayers for the affected families, and urging all to treat life as sacred, both theirs and others’.

Concluding his message, Chief Lulu-Briggs thanked friends, family, and supporters for their outpouring of love and prayers, wishing joy and endless celebration in return.

May & Baker, Stanbic IBTC lead gainers as stocks gains ₦486b.

The stock market ended the week on a positive note on Friday, recording a gain of ₦486 billion.

The market only traded for three days as Monday and Thursday were declared public holidays for Eid Kabir and Democracy Day.

Market capitalisation rose by ₦486 billion or 0.67 per cent, closing at ₦72.788 trillion, up from ₦72.302 trillion on Wednesday.

The All-Share Index gained 770.43 points or 0.67 per cent, closing at 115,429.54, up from its previous 114,659.11

I would have rejected Tinubu’s national honour, says Sowore.

Former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has said he would have taken legal action against President Bola Tinubu had it been he was named among those he recently conferred with national honours.

President Tinubu on Thursday conferred late Kudirat Abiola with a posthumous honour of Commander of the Federal Republic, while Nobel laureate Professor Wole Soyinka was named Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger.

The President also honoured Shehu Musa Yar’Adua, Niger Delta environmental activist, Ken Saro-Wiwa, and other members of the Ogoni Nine.

Others on the list included many who fought against the military regime of the late General Sani Abacha to return Nigeria to democratic rule.

The honours were announced while the President was addressing a joint session of the National Assembly, in celebration of this year’s June 12 Democracy Day.

Election Was Terrible By The Time We Came To INEC’ – Jega.

Former Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Attahiru Jega, has defended the continued involvement of university professors in Nigeria’s electoral process, describing them as pillars of integrity who have repeatedly resisted bribes and pressure from politicians.
Naija News reports that Jega made the remarks on Thursday while speaking at The Platform, a Democracy Day event hosted by Covenant Nation in Lagos to commemorate June 12.

PRESIDENT TINUBU HONOURS WOLE SOYINKA WITH GCON AWARD

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has conferred the prestigious national honour of Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON) on Nobel Laureate, Professor Wole Soyinka.

The announcement was made during the president’s Democracy Day address to a joint session of the National Assembly on Thursday in Abuja.

Professor Soyinka is a renowned playwright, poet, and human rights advocate.

June 12: Group lauds relationship between executive, legislative arms. As part of activities marking the June 12 Democracy Day celebration, hundreds of youths embarked on a peaceful rally in Abuja, expressing support for the continued entrenchment of democratic governance in Nigeria.

Led by the President of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Comrade Solomon Adodo, the group converged at the Unity Fountain before marching to the Eagles Square in a show of solidarity for President Bola Tinubu’s reform agenda.

Adodo and his group commended the economic and fiscal reforms implemented by the Tinubu administration, describing them as transformative initiatives that have rekindled hope for a better Nigeria. According to the group, President Tinubu has demonstrated inclusive and intentional leadership, focused on uplifting citizens and uniting the country.

The group also praised the cordial working relationship between the executive and legislative arms of government, particularly acknowledging the role of the Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio, in fostering harmony and stability within the polity.

They expressed appreciation to the Nigerian Armed Forces for their tireless efforts in safeguarding the nation’s peace and security.

Democracy Day: Zulum frees 66 inmates from Borno prison.

PRESIDENT TINUBU DELIVERS FIRST STATE OF THE NATION ADDRESS ON JUNE 12

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will at 10:00 a.m. today, deliver his first State of the Nation address before a joint session of the National Assembly.

This is in commemoration of this year’s Democracy Day.

The event marks the anniversary of the June 12, 1993 presidential election—widely regarded as the freest and fairest in Nigeria’s history—which was controversially annulled by the military regime of General Ibrahim Babangida.

President Tinubu’s address to federal lawmakers is expected to focus on national priorities, democratic progress, and the overall state of governance under his administration.

June 12 was declared Democracy Day by former President Muhammadu Buhari, replacing May 29 as the official date for commemorating Nigeria’s return to civil rule. Buhari also posthumously recognised Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola, the presumed winner of the 1993 poll, as President, and conferred on him the nation’s highest honour—the Grand Commander of the Federal Republic (GCFR).

Abiola, a business mogul had declared himself president in 1994 at Epetedo, Lagos, after months of failed attempts to reclaim his mandate. He was arrested, charged with treason, and died in detention on July 7, 1998.

To give more value to today’s occasion, the Federal Government announced the cancellation of the traditional military parade.

Happy Democracy Day, Nigerians

Today, Igbogbo Youth Forum honors the strength of our democratic spirit and the resilience of the Nigerians. Democracy is not just about elections—it’s about justice, freedom, equality, and the collective will of the people.

As we reflect on the journey and sacrifices that brought us here, may we remain committed to building a nation where every voice counts and every citizen thrives.

Let’s continue to uphold the values of unity, accountability, and peace. The future is ours to shape.
The future is Now.

Long live Nigeria
Long live Democracy
Long live Lagos State
Long Live Igbogbo/Bayeku LCDA
Long Live Igbogbo Youth Forum


Signed; I.Y.F. EXCUTIVES

ANTI-TINUBU PROTEST BREAKS OUT IN LAGOS

As part of the 2025 Democracy Day celebration, Nigerians irked by the economic hardship imposed by the President Bola Tinubu-led administration have stormed Lagos streets.

The protesters, who converged at the Ikeja Underbridge, are demanding the reversal of some policies of the present administration.

Despite the presence of security operatives, the protesters were seen displaying placards with various inscriptions such as “Reverse Electricity Tariff Hike”, “No one deserves a death sentence for protesting against hunger”, among others.

The Police Public Relations Officer of Lagos State, Benjamin Hundeyin, who confirmed the ongoing protest, said there was no cause for alarm.

He said, “Adequate security on ground for celebrants and protesters alike. No cause for alarm. Your safety and security remain our priority.”

Fasoranti advocates Nigeria’s return to 1963 Constitution: Hails Buhari on recognition of June 12 as Democracy Day
National leader of the pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, has reiterated the need for the country to return to the 1963 Constitution, referred to as the Republican Constitution, which he said was equipped with the necessary framework for true federalism.

According to the elder statesman, in a statement commemorating June 12, the 1964 Constitution provided room for autonomy for federating units.

Fasoranti, who congratulated Nigeria on the historic and momentous milestone in the nation’s democratic journey, emphasised that the present political structure was inadequate to address the country’s complexities.

The Federal Government has cancelled the traditional military parade earlier planned for the 26th Democracy Day celebrations on Thursday, June 12, 2025. No official reason was given for the change.

Instead, President Bola Tinubu will deliver a national broadcast at 7:00 AM, followed by his participation in a special joint session of the National Assembly at noon. The session will reflect on key democratic achievements and recent reforms.

The announcement came via a statement by Abdulhakeem Adeoye, on behalf of the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation.

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FG CANCELS JUNE 12 DEMOCRACY DAY PARADE

President Bola Tinubu will deliver a nationwide address at 7 am on Thursday, foregoing the traditional Democracy Day parade observed in previous years.

The Federal Government has announced it has canceled the traditional military parade to commemorate the 26th Democracy Day.

It was earlier scheduled for Thursday, June 12, 2025.

According to details released by the Inter-Ministerial Committee on the Democracy Day celebration, President Bola Tinubu will deliver a nationwide address at 7 am on Thursday, foregoing the traditional Democracy Day parade observed in previous years.

Instead, President Tinubu will participate in a special joint session of the National Assembly at 12 noon.

This joint session is anticipated to include discussions on the State of the Nation, reflections on Nigeria’s democratic journey, and renewed appeals for national unity and reform.

Later that day, a public lecture is planned to take place at the State House Conference Centre in Abuja at 4pm.

The event will gather government officials, political leaders, and civil society stakeholders to contemplate the country’s democratic path under the theme: “Consolidating on the Gains of Nigeria’s Democracy: Necessity of Enduring Reforms.”

The statement urged the public to tune in to the broadcast and engage in the national dialogue aimed at strengthening democratic institutions and reforms.

The Federal Government has announced a fresh public holiday as Nigerians await the celebration of Democracy Day.

FG declares Thursday,12th June,2025  as public holiday to mark Democracy Day

Take It Back Movement Declares June 12 National Day of Protest Against Tinubu’s “Tyranny”


The Take It Back (TIB) Movement has officially declared June 12 a National Day of Protest against what it describes as increasing tyranny, hardship, and democratic backsliding under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. The announcement was made via a press release covered by Sahara Reporters.

The movement is calling on Nigerians across the country to mobilize, occupy the streets, and demand accountability, citing worsening economic conditions, suppression of dissent, insecurity, and alleged human rights abuses as key issues fueling the protest.

“The same democracy we celebrate on June 12 is being dismantled before our eyes,” the group said.
“We will not keep silent while the masses suffer and the state protects only the wealthy.”


June 12, now officially recognized as Democracy Day in Nigeria, marks the annulled 1993 election widely considered the freest and fairest in the country’s history. For TIB, it’s a symbolic date to reclaim the promise of democracy—now seen as under threat.


The protest is expected to take place in major cities including Lagos, Abuja, Ibadan, and Port Harcourt. Security agencies have yet to respond, but tension is already building online as activists, civil society groups, and students rally support using the hashtag #June12Protest.

⸻According to Saharareporters


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IPOB Urges South-East Governors to Declare May 30 as Public Holiday to Honor Biafran Heroes

The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) have called on governors in Nigeria’s South-East region to officially recognize May 30 as a public holiday to commemorate Biafra Day. This date is annually observed by pro-Biafra activists to honor those who lost their lives during the Nigerian Civil War. 

In a statement reported by Daily Post Nigeria, IPOB’s spokesperson, Emma Powerful, urged South-East leaders to emulate their South-West counterparts, who successfully advocated for the recognition of June 12 as Democracy Day in honor of MKO Abiola. 

“IPOB seizes this moment of reflection to urge the Governors in Biafra Land, especially the South East and South South Governors, to establish May 30th as a public holiday to commemorate the fallen heroes of Biafra moving forward,” Powerful stated. 

He emphasized that the request to commemorate Biafran heroes and heroines with a public holiday is a fair one, highlighting the importance of honoring those who sacrificed their lives for the Biafran cause. 

Until such recognition is granted, IPOB has designated May 30th each year as Biafra Heroes Day, to be commemorated by Biafrans both locally and internationally. 

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