The Senator representing Lagos-East senatorial District, Senator Tokunbo Mukhail Abiru FCA, sent a passionate democracy message to the people of his constituency in commemoration of the June 12 celebration.
In a press release by his media aide, Mr. Enitan Olukotun where he joined esteemed constituents of the Lagos East Senatorial District and Nigerians in general in commemorating this year’s June 12 which is designated as the Democracy Day.
He adds, “Many might be quick to dismiss commemoration of Democracy Day as a non-event in the face of the myriad of challenges plaguing our nation’.
“However, when we reflect on the tortuous struggles to reclaim the nation from the military jackboot and many of our compatriots that paid the ultimate price for the restoration of civil rule in Nigeria, the day should not pass uncelebrated”.
“Despite imperfections and challenges, I urge us not to throw our hands up in despair but rather continue to seek ways of consolidating gains of democracy in Nigeria”.
“Every great nation today at one time or the other has had their moments of turmoil. They overcame because leaders and other fellow countrymen and women believed in their country”.
‘Growing agitations for a breakaway that is threatening the corporate existence of Nigeria should cease in the interest of peace”.
“As witnessed at the public hearings on the amendments of the 1999 Constitution that were concluded recently, the National Assembly is committed to constitutional reforms that will ensure an equitable and fair Nigeria that works for all’.
Abiru, in his closing remarks, called on our youth to shun calls for violent agitations that could further worsen the dire strait we are in. Public infrastructure is our collective asset. Jobs and economic opportunities don’t thrive in a chaotic and tense atmosphere. Like I have always said, ‘ Our challenges are daunting but not insurmountable.
“Let’s keep hope alive. Nigeria shall be great again!”
Happy Democracy Day
