Tinubu’s Democracy Day Address: Charting Nigeria’s Path Forward

President Tinubu marks 27 years of uninterrupted civilian rule and calls on all stakeholders to safeguard Nigeria’s democracy. He urges peaceful conduct in the upcoming Ekiti and Osun elections and reminds citizens that trust in INEC and security agencies is vital. Highlighting security gains, he reports an 81% drop in terror-related deaths and the neutralisation of over 13,000 terrorists. He stresses the need for continued vigilance and offers surrender terms for bandits and kidnappers. On the economy, Mr. President outlines fiscal reforms that restored stability, boosted revenues, and expanded non-oil exports by 21%. He describes power sector changes under the new Electricity Act, rural electrification efforts, and infrastructure projects aimed at improving living standards. He honours June 12 heroes, announces new national awards and the renaming of a Kaduna institute after General Shehu Musa Yar’Adua. He finishes by calling for unity, local government autonomy, and shared prosperity as the truest tribute to past democrats.

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