Groups wants june 12 to be taught in schools

You're referring to the June 12, 1993, presidential election in Nigeria, which is a significant event in the country's history. The group you're referring to is likely the National Consultative Forum (NCF), which has been advocating for the inclusion of June 12 in the country's educational curriculum.

June 12, 1993, is widely regarded as the day of Nigeria's most free and fair presidential election, which was won by Moshood Abiola, a businessman and politician. However, the election was annulled by the then-military government, led by General Ibrahim Babangida, citing irregularities.

The NCF, led by Professor Wole Soyinka, has been pushing for the recognition of June 12 as Nigeria's Democracy Day, instead of May 29, which is currently celebrated as the country's independence day. The group argues that June 12 represents a more significant milestone in Nigeria's democratic journey, as it was the day when Nigerians came together to exercise their franchise and choose their leader in a peaceful and orderly manner.

In 2018, President Muhammadu Buhari posthumously awarded Moshood Abiola the Grand Commander of the Federal Republic (GCFR) and recognized June 12 as Nigeria's Democracy Day. However, the NCF is still pushing for the inclusion of June 12 in the country's educational curriculum, arguing that it is essential for Nigerians to learn about their history and the struggles they have faced in their quest for democracy.

The inclusion of June 12 in the curriculum would also serve as a reminder of the importance of democratic values and the need for Nigerians to continue to work towards building a more democratic and just society.