Democracy
By Adepote Arowojobe
Ikorodu (Lagos State), June 12, 2024 (NAN) Sen. Mukhail Abiru (APC Lagos-East) on Wednesday commended Nigerians for their steadfastness and patriotism, saying it had helped in deepening democracy in Nigeria in the last 25 years.
Abiru made the commendation in a statement signed by Mr Enitan Olukotun, his Media Aide, to commemorate the 2024 Democracy Day.
Abiru, who is the Chairman, Senate Committee on Banking, Insurance and other Financial Institutions, and the Southern Senators Forum, urged Nigerians to be hopeful of better days.
He stressed that President Bola Tinubu’s tough policy decisions were geared toward restoring the nation to the path of sustainable growth and development.
According to him, there is light at the end of the tunnel, appealing to Nigerians to support and show understanding with the government of President Tinubu.
Abiru said: “I join esteemed constituents of the Lagos East Senatorial District and all Nigerians in commemorating the 2024 Democracy Day.
“It has been 25 years since we started the democratic journey.
“The challenges notwithstanding, we have every reason to celebrate our growing democracy.
“I urge all Nigerians not to despair but rather, to continue to seek ways of consolidating gains of the nation’s fledgling democracy.
“I also seek the support and understanding of all Nigerians for our dear President in his patriotic quest of restoring our nation on the path of progress.
“The pains and inevitable discomforts that come with such audacious policy decisions will soon give way, as we start seeing the positive outcomes of the government’s policies.
“ On this auspicious occasion of democracy day, I pay tribute to the resilience and determination of our people, which have propelled our nation forward on the path of progress and prosperity.”
He extended his heartfelt congratulations to every Nigerian citizen for their role in safeguarding and advancing our democratic ideal.
“Together, let us continue to work tirelessly toward a future of unity, equality, and boundless opportunity for all. Happy Democracy Day Nigeria!,” he said. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)
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Edited by Chioma Ugboma/Christiana Fadare
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