Jare Babatunde
The Senator representing the Lagos East Senatorial District, Sen. Adetokunbo Abiru, FCA, has given Nigerians, especially people in his constituency, a message of hope, asking them to consolidate the gains of democracy.
Abiru also charged citizenry to reflect on the journey into achieving the democracy that the country is enjoying today and see the need to celebrate those that paid the supreme price for the collective benefits, even though there are still challenges.
In a statement signed by the Senator on Saturday (today), he said that the National Assembly is “committed to constitutional reforms that will ensure an equitable and fair Nigeria that works for all”.
The full statement is reproduced below:
“I join 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”, the Senator said.
“Many might be quick to dismiss the commemoration of Democracy Day as 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 have had their moments of turmoil. They overcame because leaders and other fellow country men 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”, he assured.
“I call on our youths to shun calls for violent agitations that could further worsen the dire strait we are in. Public infrastructure are our collective assets.
“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”.
Senator Mukhail
Adetokunbo Abiru, FCA
Saturday, June 12, 2021.
