This date is historic. It marked a watershed in our march to democratic governance.
I join millions of Nigeria to remember and celebrate today, the day, 32 years ago, we Nigerians boldly and unapologetically stated our preference for democracy by electing the late MKO Abiola as President!
I congratulate Nigerians for doggedly keeping the flame of democracy aglow these 32 years. I particularly salute the resilience, sacrifice, courage and far sightedness of men and women of honour and valour, including our dear President,Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who bore all manners of indignities and discomfort to ensure democracy was midwifed.
Mr President is a resilient soldier of democracy and represents a refreshing dawn in our nation’s history; From his NADECO days to AD,AC, and ACN era, then to his immeasurable contribution to the formation of APC and its subsequent ascension to power, there is no doubt that President Tinubu laboured and sacrificed for democracy and its enthronement in our nation.
As we marked the anniversary of June 12, I call on all Nigerians to at times imbibe the lessons and gains of June 12. We should not be swayed by those deceit of people who feel there is any alternative to democracy; military rule will only be counterproductive for our nation. Power must remain with the people!
I urge us all, dear compatriots, to re-dedicate ourselves to ideals and goals of democracy offering unwavering support President Tinubu as he ushers in a new vista of renewed hope for all of us with the long term aim of reinventing Nigeria for better.
Congratulations, Nigeria!Signed Dr Betta Edu
