PVC Challenges + NDC Crisis: Yesufu Vs Dickson+Peter Obi Boasts Of Victory+Tinubu’s Speech| OjyOkpe

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 14:54:00 +0000

On Democracy Day, President Bola Tinubu called for unity and stressed that crime has no ethnicity, but many Nigerians remain focused on the need for tangible security improvements and the safe return of the children of Oriire rather than further promises or ultimatums.

In Ibadan, Hausa residents protested against ethnic profiling following the kidnapping of students and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area, arguing that innocent members of their community should not be blamed for the actions of terrorists.

A new NOI Polls Democracy Survey found that while most Nigerians are dissatisfied with the current state of democracy due to insecurity, economic hardship, and poor governance, a similar proportion remain optimistic about its future despite deep mistrust of institutions such as Independent National Electoral Commission and concerns that votes do not count.

Despite widespread public mistrust of INEC, the commission and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission have announced a partnership to tackle vote buying and electoral fraud ahead of 2027.

Their announcement comes amid trending videos showing poor network at INEC centres and alleged voting irregularities. Anieze Osakwe explains how to register for a PVC before the July 10 deadline and why it’s still important to do so.

As an Air Peace flight carrying over 200 Nigerians funded by the Federal Government of Nigeria departed South Africa, authorities simultaneously deported 568 Nigerians for immigration violations with a five-year re-entry ban, while protests reportedly spread in Ghana under the “South Africa Must Go” campaign outside an MTN office.

Following FIFA World Cup action in which Mexico beat South Africa 2–0, viral videos showed Nigerian fans in Mexico City wearing Mexican jerseys and jokingly declaring, “We’re Nigerians, but today we are Mexicans.”

A report by TheCable, citing sources from the NCAA claimed that a private aircraft that landed on an unfinished road in Asaba was registered in the U.S. under the name of Dunamis International Gospel Centre.

The church says it has no private jet, with authorities arresting the 70 year old pilot, raising serious concerns about aviation oversight and regulatory compliance in Nigeria.

Internal tensions within the National Democratic Coalition escalated after Seriake Dickson claimed he was Nigeria’s most qualified presidential contender and highlighted his role in supporting Peter Obi and Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, prompting criticism from activist Aisha Yesufu, who accused him of focusing on himself rather than building a winning strategy for 2027.

Despite growing internal disagreements within the National Democratic Coalition, Peter Obi remains confident that the 2027 presidential race is still competitive, arguing that even the support of all 36 governors would not guarantee victory for Bola Tinubu.

Under Milestones, we celebrated the 69th birthday of the President of the Court of Appeal of Nigeria, Hon. Justice Monica Dongban-Mensem.

Davido drew widespread attention at a FIFA World Cup countdown concert by wearing a custom outfit displaying the names of students and teachers kidnapped in Oyo State, using the global stage to highlight Nigeria’s insecurity crisis before his performance.

Burna Boy and Shakira thrilled fans at the 2026 FIFA World Cup opening ceremony in Mexico City, performing their official tournament song Dai Dai at Estadio Azteca amid a fireworks display.

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