But in a national broadcast to mark his first Democracy Day as president air in national televisions and radio stations at 7am today morning, Tinubu
Implicitly linking the idea of good governance to the recent removal of subsidy in petroleum product, the president explained the recent decision to remove fuel subsidy, acknowledging the burden it places on the people and assuring them that their sacrifice would not be in vain.
“The government I lead will repay you through massive investment in transportation infrastructure, education, regular power supply, healthcare and other public utilities that will improve the quality of lives.” He emphasised the enduring validity of Arnold Toynbee’s notion that societies progress through challenges, even as he revered the memory of Chief MKO Abiola, President Tinubu lauded his unwavering commitment to democracy, even at the cost of his own life.
Drawing on Nigeria’s history, President Tinubu reflected on the distinctions between the dignity of freedom and the humiliation of tyranny. Tinubu said, “This year, we held the seventh in the cycle of elections that have become sacred rituals of our democratic practice in this dispensation since 1999.
“Above all, those who disagree with the outcome of the elections are taking full advantage of the constitutional provisions to seek redress in court and that is one of the reasons why democracy is still the best form of government invented by man.” He pointed out that this reform was just the beginning of a comprehensive effort to strengthen Nigeria’s legal system.
In a statement issued yesterday in Abuja to mark the 30th anniversary of June 12, 1993, NADECO asked President Tinubu to accurately capture the national mood and implement the report of the el-Rufai Panel. It said President Tinubu, as an activist and pro-democracy leader, is expected to bring Nigeria back to the path of sanity and establish a productive government.
He further stated that what is celebrated today is a return to civil rule in Nigeria, adding that today’s Democracy Day celebration is “time for us to reflect as a people and a country on our journey to becoming a democratic society.” He congratulated Nigerians for their unwavering support for the nation’s democracy as they mark this year’s Democracy Day.
Gbajabiamila also expressed his appreciation to Nigerians as they continue to support the country’s return to democracy by building its processes without wavering since 1999. “Though under military rule, we freely choose a transparent voting method. Our votes reflected our true choice as a people. Our choice on that day defied divisions of ethnicity, religion, and region,” he added.
“The trust deficit between the leaders and Nigerians continues to expand. The deficits of trust and efficiency in our last elections demonstrate this malady quite boldly. “Despite the challenges faced, we have held strongly to the vision of our forebears to build a united and strong nation that presents an opportunity for all to aspire, dream and prosper without letting in a free society.
Oborevwori, in a goodwill message through his chief press secretary, Festus Ahon in Asaba, said Deltans and Nigerians should celebrate this year’s democracy day in view of the smooth, peaceful, and successful transition from one civil administration to another. The cohort noted that the country’s democracy, although not perfect and still growing with pockets of stormy and smooth sails, has brought with it many gains.
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