June 12: Nigeria's democracy still struggling - PDP

Author: Matthew AtungwuPublished on: June 12, 2026Country: Nigeria

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June 12: Nigeria's democracy still struggling - PDP

The Taminu Turaki-led faction of the PDP stated that Nigerian democracy is still struggling 33 years after the annulment of the June 12, 1993 election. The party criticized the APC-led government for tear-gassing peaceful protesters in Abuja and injuring Omoleye Sowore. It called for vigilance ahead of the 2027 elections.

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