Obasanjo Calls For African Democracy Reform
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has called for an African rethink of democracy, criticising the winner-takes-all system and urging greater consideration of the continent’s history and values.
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Major Controversy: Opposition Rages as Court Orders Deregistration of ADC, Four Other Parties
A Federal High Court ruling directing the deregistration of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Accord Party, Action Peoples Party (APP), Action Alliance (AA) and Zenith Labour Party (ZLP) has sparked strong reactions from opposition leaders, who described the decision as a threat to Nigeria’s democratic system ahead of the 2027 general elections. Political leaders, including…
Historic Revelation: Abdulsalami Says He Advised Obasanjo Against Contesting 1999 Presidency
Former Nigerian Head of State Abdulsalami Abubakar has revealed that he advised former President Olusegun Obasanjo not to contest the 1999 presidential election after his release from prison. According to Abdulsalami, he urged Obasanjo to focus on rebuilding his life and abandon any ambition of becoming President. The revelation is contained in Chapter 22 of…