At Democracy Lecture, Jonathan Says Winnertakes-all Politics Inimical to Unity, Political Justice Asks Tinubu to dilute politics of religion, region Says avalanche of election petitions at every poll embarrassing President urges Nigerian leaders to recommit to values of inclusivity, accountability, transparency Says now is time to build nation where every voice is heard
Deji Elumoye in Abuja Former President Goodluck Jonathan,
yesterday, warned that the winnertake-all method of politics, which alienated other parties, no matter
their performance at the polls, was averse to political justice and the goal of fostering unity in Nigeria.
Jonathan’s comments came as President Bola Tinubu advised Nigerian leaders to recommit to the
values of inclusivity, accountability, and transparency to guarantee a democracy that flourished and
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US President’s Son, Hunter Biden, Convicted in Federal Gun Trial
Joe Biden: Jill and I will always be there for Hunter and the rest of our family with our love and support
Emmanuel Addeh in Abuja
Hunter, son of US President, Joe Biden, was yesterday convicted of all three felony charges related to
the purchase of a revolver in 2018 when, prosecutors argued, he lied on a mandatory gun-purchase form by saying he was not illegally using or addicted to drugs.
After conviction, he stared straight ahead and showed little emotion as the verdict was read in Delaware’s federal court after jurors deliberated for three hours over two days.
Now Hunter Biden and presumptive Republican presidential nominee, Donald Trump, the president’s chief political rival, have both been convicted by American jurors in
an election year that has been as much about the courtroom as about campaign events and rallies. AP reported that the president’s son faces up to 25 years in prison
when he is sentenced by Judge Maryellen Noreika, though first-time offenders do not get anywhere near Continued on page 10
I’ll Never Turn My Back on You, Tinubu Tells Nigerians on June 12 Democracy Day Recalls how he, others risked their lives for democracy Says despite complications, democracy remains the best form of governance Promises to send bill on new minimum wage to National Assembly soon, declares new wage negotiated in good faith with
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Tinubu giving his democracy day address...
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu addresses the nation on the occasion of June 12 anniversary, to the nation's Democracy Day