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From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Nentawe Yilwatda, has urged Nigerians to defend democracy and support President Bola Tinubu’s bold economic and institutional reforms.
Yilwatda, who made the appeal in celebration of Democracy Day, also urged citizens to reflect on the significance of June 12 and recommit themselves to the ideals of unity, patriotism, good governance, and national development.
He described June 12 as one of the most important dates in Nigeria’s democratic journey, representing the courage and sacrifice of countless patriots who stood firmly for justice, electoral integrity, and the sovereignty of the Nigerian people.
According to him: “Democracy Day is not merely another public holiday; it is a solemn reminder of our collective struggle for freedom, representative government, and the right of every Nigerian to determine the destiny of our nation through democratic means.
“It is a celebration of resilience, hope, and the enduring belief that the people’s voice must always prevail.”
Yilwatda further noted that the observance of June 12 provides an opportunity for Nigerians to reflect on the nation’s democratic progress while renewing their commitment to protecting the institutions that sustain constitutional governance.
He emphasised that democracy has provided Nigeria with the platform for peaceful political participation, greater accountability, protection of fundamental rights, and opportunities for citizens to contribute meaningfully to nation building.
While urging Nigerians to continue supporting the bold economic and institutional reforms implemented by President Tinubu, he noted that meaningful national transformation often requires difficult but necessary decisions.
According to him; “The Renewed Hope Agenda of President Tinubu is fundamentally designed to reposition Nigeria for sustainable growth, economic stability, infrastructure development, improved social welfare, expanded investment opportunities, and enhanced prosperity for future generations.
“While reforms may demand patience and sacrifice, history has consistently shown that courageous leadership and sound policy choices lay the foundation for lasting national progress,” he noted in the statement by Abimbola Tooki, his Special Adviser on Media and Information Strategy.
