DEMOCRACY DAY: FG Reaffirms Commitment to Security, Economic Recovery
Oru Leonard
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting lives and livelihoods while delivering the dividends of democracy to Nigerians amid ongoing efforts to strengthen democratic governance and reposition the economy.
Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, made the declaration on Saturday during an appearance on Radio Link, a public participatory programme on Radio Nigeria, held as part of activities marking 27 years of uninterrupted democratic rule and the third anniversary of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration.
According to the minister, the administration remains resolute in tackling security challenges across the country through sustained and decisive measures aimed at neutralising threats, restoring peace, and creating a safe environment for citizens.
“The Tinubu administration, while acknowledging the security challenges in parts of the country, is nevertheless relentlessly applying decisive measures to neutralise threats, restore peace, and create a secure environment where citizens can live, work, and prosper,” he said.
On the economy, Idris expressed optimism that the reforms introduced by the administration were beginning to yield positive results, noting that key economic indicators point towards recovery, stability and sustainable growth.
He described June 12 as a defining moment in Nigeria’s democratic journey, saying the date symbolises the nation’s resilience, courage and collective aspiration for accountable governance.
The minister urged Nigerians to uphold the values of transparency, patriotism and national unity, which he said remain central to the significance of Democracy Day.
During the one-hour interactive programme, several callers commended the Tinubu administration’s efforts in governance and development. Others, however, urged the government to intensify actions to address insecurity, stabilise the economy and strengthen the credibility of the nation’s electoral process.
Nigeria marked its 27th year of uninterrupted democratic governance on June 12, a date officially recognised as Democracy Day in honour of the country’s democratic struggle and the restoration of civilian rule.
