The Federal Government has declared Wednesday, June 12 as public holiday to commemorate this year’s Democracy Day.
The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo in a statement on Tuesday by the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Dr Aishetu Ndayako, congratulated Nigerians on the celebration.
The statement partly read, “As we mark another Democracy Day in the history of our dear country, let us all reflect on the efforts of our founding fathers and ensure that Nigeria remains a united, secured, peaceful and indivisible entity.”
He urged Nigerians to remain steadfast on the tenets of democratic governance.
Tunji-Ojo added that President Bola Tinubu is committed to positive reforms to revive the nation’s economy and enhance security.
“The minister also called on Nigerians and friends of Nigeria to appreciate the progress that has been made, and look forward to a better future for Nigeria’s Democracy,” the statement added.
Recall, that before the exit of the former Nigeria’s President, Muhammadu Buhari, approval was given for June 12 to become Democracy Day in Nigeria instead of the previous May 29th.
June 12, 1993 elections have been widely adjudged to be unique in the history of Nigeria as free,fair and credible; won by late Business mogul Bashorun Kashimawo Abiola but was truncated by the military dictator General Ibrahim Babangida(rtd).