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Democracy Day: Nigerians are not smiling as insecurity, economic hardship are escalating—Abba Moro
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Senate Minority Leader, Senator Abba Moro, has expressed bitterney over the state of Nigeria’s democracy, saying democracy not working in the country as growing political, economic and security challenges despite celebrating another Democracy Day on June 12.
The opposition leader revealed this ahead of the commemoration, the Benue South senator said while Nigerians should celebrate the survival of democratic governance, many citizens remain dissatisfied with the direction of the nation’s democracy.
According to him, political parties across the country are battling internal crises, litigations and a lack of ideological identity, a situation he said has weakened democratic development.
“Every year that June 12 comes and Nigerians are still in democracy, we have reason to celebrate. But many Nigerians will not agree that our democracy is on the right track,” Moro said.
The lawmaker attributed frequent defections among politicians to the absence of strong ideological commitments within political parties, noting that many politicians now view parties merely as platforms for contesting elections and acquiring power.
Moro also painted a grim picture of the nation’s economy, saying inflation, unemployment and poverty have continued to worsen, leaving many Nigerians struggling to survive.
“Nigerians are hurting. Inflation is on the rise, unemployment is on the rise, poverty is increasing and insecurity is worsening,” he said.
While acknowledging that the Federal Government has introduced reforms aimed at stabilizing the economy, he stressed that such measures must translate into tangible improvements in the lives of ordinary citizens.
He noted that many Nigerians now find it difficult to afford healthcare, education and other basic necessities, warning that the current situation is unsustainable.
On security, the Minority Leader lamented the persistent attacks on communities in Benue State and other parts of the country, describing the violence as a major threat to national stability.
He criticized what he called the government’s reactive approach to insecurity and urged authorities to adopt more proactive measures to prevent attacks before they occur.
Moro also called on state governments to take greater responsibility for protecting lives and property, arguing that governors have access to resources that should be deployed to strengthen local security arrangements.
“The primary responsibility of government is the protection of lives and property. State governments must take responsibility and be more proactive in addressing insecurity,” he said.
Assessing the performance of the 10th Senate as it approaches its third anniversary, Moro said the upper chamber has recorded notable legislative achievements, including the consideration of hundreds of bills, motions and budget proposals.
According to him, about 844 bills have been introduced in the Senate, with 96 passed and more than 50 already signed into law.
Despite criticisms of the National Assembly, he maintained that the Senate has continued to fulfill its constitutional responsibilities through lawmaking, oversight and representation.
Looking ahead to the 2027 general elections, Moro dismissed concerns about opposition to his re-election bid, expressing confidence that his record of performance would earn him another term in office.
He cited various constituency projects across Benue South, including road construction, bridges, healthcare facilities, water projects, rural electrification schemes and educational interventions.
“I have not finished with my people yet, and my people have not finished with me,” he said.
The senator urged Nigerians to remain hopeful despite the country’s challenges, describing nation-building as a continuous process that requires patience, commitment and collective effort.
“We are not where we are supposed to be, but we must keep hope alive and believe that the efforts being made today will eventually yield results,” Moro stated.
By Kayode Sanni-Arewa
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Ekiti State Office, on Thursday announced the extension of the ongoing collection of Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) has been extended from Friday, 12th June to Sunday, 14th June 2026.
The was contained in a statement by the state Resident Electoral Commissioner, Dr Bunmi Omoseyindemi in Ado Ekiti
The statement read: “The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Ekiti State Office, wishes to inform all registered voters in the State that the ongoing collection of Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) has been extended from Friday, 12th June to Sunday, 14th June 2026
“The extension is intended to provide an additional opportunity for eligible voters who are yet to collect their PVCs to do so before the Governorship Election scheduled for Saturday, 20th June 2026.
“Collection of PVCs will continue at the designated Local Government Area Offices of the Commission during official hours. Voters are advised to collect their PVCs personally, as collection by proxy will not be permitted.
INEC urges all registered voters who have not collected their PVCs to take advantage of this extension, as the PVC remains the only means of identification for voting on Election Day.
“The Commission remains committed to ensuring that every eligible voter is given the opportunity to participate in the electoral process.”
US President Donald Trump on Thursday said he was calling off strikes on Iran and flagged the signing of a possible deal with Tehran after top-level talks.
“Based on the fact that discussions with the Islamic Republic of Iran have been brought to the highest level of Iranian leadership and approved, I have… cancelled the scheduled strikes and bombings against Iran this evening,” Trump said on his Truth Social network.
“Time and place of the signing to be announced shortly,” he added.
Iran Warns Of ‘Endless Quagmire’
Iran had warned Washington on Thursday that it risked wading into an “endless quagmire” of war and soaring energy prices, after Trump vowed to launch a new round of airstrikes and to seize an island oil terminal.
Iran’s chief negotiator in talks with the Americans, parliamentary speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, issued his stark warning after the two sides exchanged overnight fire and Trump threatened that US forces would hit “VERY HARD TONIGHT”.
“Wrong strategies and impulsive decisions will reset the entire board for the worse, explode energy infrastructure and markets and create an endless quagmire that you will be stuck in for years,” Ghalibaf said.
The war, which began on February 28 with a wave of US-Israeli strikes on Iran, was paused under an April truce, but efforts to hammer out a permanent end to the fighting have since stalled.
US forces have also, since the ceasefire, hit radar arrays and disabled Iranian ships, and Tehran has maintained a chokehold on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
“At some point in the not too distant future, we will be taking Kharg Island, and other oil infrastructure points, and assume total control of their Oil and Gas Markets, much like we have with Venezuela,” Trump said, in a post on his own social media platform, referring to a Gulf island that hosts Iran’s biggest oil export terminal.
General Ali Abdollahi, head of the Iranian military’s central headquarters, warned that “if the United States once again seeks to carry out attacks against heroic Iran, it would receive a harsher response than before, and the flames of war, in addition to creating insecurity in the region, will become more widespread and far-reaching”.
The conflict has destabilised oil and gas prices, fuelling inflation and fears of recession in many economies.
On Thursday, the World Bank lowered its global growth forecast to its lowest level since the coronavirus pandemic, predicting it would drop to 2.5 percent in 2026, from 2.9 percent last year.
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Hon. Dr. Olotu Akpodiete JP, who’s vying for the Ughelli North, South and Udu Federal Constituency seat in the House of Representatives, has sent his congratulations to Rt. Hon. Frederick Agbedi. Agbedi’s new role as Minority Leader was announced today during plenary by Speaker Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas.
Dr. Akpodiete said Agbedi’s emergence shows the trust and confidence his colleagues have in him. He described the new Minority Leader as dependable, strong-willed, and a politician of principle who acts on conviction rather than convenience.
Rt. Hon. Agbedi represents Sagbama/Ekeremor Federal Constituency in Bayelsa State. Before this appointment, he led the PDP Caucus in the House and also served as Bayelsa PDP chairman. He remains a committed PDP member and believes the party has a vital role as a strong opposition.
Akpodiete said he’s confident Agbedi will use his experience, competence and character to serve the House, the legislature, and Nigerians well.
Signed:
Hon. Dr. Olotu Akpodiete JP
House of Representatives Candidate Hopeful
Ughelli North, South and Udu Federal Constituency
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