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From Kenneth Udeh, Abuja
Senator Sadiq Suleiman Umar, who represents Kwara North Senatorial District in the National Assembly, has described June 12 as a powerful symbol of courage, sacrifice, resilience, and the unwavering determination of Nigerians to defend democratic governance.
In a statement issued on Friday to commemorate the 2026 Democracy Day celebration, the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Trade and Investment, and Chairman of the Senate Committee on Rules and Business, said the significance of June 12 extends beyond a historical date, noting that it represents one of the most defining moments in Nigeria’s democratic journey.
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According to the lawmaker, the June 12, 1993 presidential election, widely regarded as the freest and fairest in the nation’s history, reflected the collective will of the Nigerian people.
He noted that although the annulment of the election tested national unity and challenged public confidence in democratic governance, Nigerians remained resolute in their pursuit of justice, accountability, and the restoration of democratic rule.
Senator Umar further observed that since Nigeria’s return to civilian rule in 1999, the country has sustained more than two decades of uninterrupted democratic governance, providing citizens with opportunities to elect their leaders, express their views, and actively participate in shaping the nation’s future.
