As Nigeria marks this year’s Democracy Day, Niger State Governor, farmer Mohammed Umaru Bago enjoins all Nigerians to reflect deeply on progress made, renew their commitments in the democratic process and uphold the principles of democracy.
The Governor made the call in a message through his Chief Press Secretary, Bologi Ibrahim, in commemoration of this year’s Democracy Day, saying it symbolises the victory of the collective will of the people, over dictatorship.
He notes that Democracy Day also reminds every patriotic Nigerian of the struggles, sacrifices, aspirations, and resilience of our past heroes and heroines.
The Governor further stated that Democracy has brought about transparency and accountability in governance, vibrant political competition, expression of diverse viewpoints and increased civic engagement among others.
He, however, expressed concern that despite the uninterrupted democratic rule that Nigeria has been having from 1999, the Nation is still not where it should be, pointing that more needs to be done.
The Governor advocates continuous electoral reforms, increased civic participation, strengthening democratic institutions that protect the vulnerable, ensure justice and provide equal opportunities for all, adding that doing so would advance democracy in Nigeria.
He reassures the people of Niger State that through his responsible leadership and inclusive governance for a sustainable development, more dividends of democracy will be provided for the people of the State.
The Governor also calls for the continuous prayer, support, and understanding of the people as he reiterates his firm resolve in the task of building a more secure, transformed and prosperous State under his New Niger agenda.
“I urge you all to continue to pray for leaders at all levels for a purposeful leadership. I reaffirm my commitment to the New Niger project, which is a possibility”, the farmer Governor stated.
