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<p>President Bola Ahmed Tinubu&#8217;s Democracy Day Broadcast Calls for Strengthening Democracy and Promoting Welfare</p><div class="5TLT82Fm" style="clear:both;float:left;width:100%;margin:0 0 20px 0;"><script async src="https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js"></script>

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<p>President Bola Ahmed Tinubu delivered a national broadcast on June 12, 2023, marking the anniversary of the historic June 12, 1993, presidential election in Nigeria. In his address, President Tinubu highlighted the significance of the election and the subsequent struggle for democracy, emphasizing the need to safeguard and reinforce democratic principles in the country. He called on elected officials to fulfill their electoral promises and deliver tangible benefits to the Nigerian people.</p><div class="Kc5TGDNN" style="clear:both;float:left;width:100%;margin:0 0 20px 0;"><script async src="https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js"></script>

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<p>The June 12, 1993, presidential election, considered the fairest and freest in Nigeria&#8217;s political history, was annulled by military decree, sparking a prolonged battle for the restoration of democracy. President Tinubu acknowledged the sacrifice of Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola, the rightful winner of the election, who paid the ultimate price in defense of democratic ideals. He also paid tribute to other democracy advocates, including Kudirat Abiola, Alfred Rewane, and Major General Shehu Musa Yar&#8217;Adua (rtd), for their unwavering commitment to democracy.</p>
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<p>Highlighting the importance of democracy, President Tinubu underscored the need to cherish and protect it as a precious jewel. He emphasized that democracy allows for the peaceful transfer of power and provides avenues for redress through the legal system, distinguishing it as the best form of government. The president also stressed that democracy encompasses social and economic justice, with a focus on eliminating poverty and improving the well-being of the Nigerian people.</p>
<p>President Tinubu addressed the economic challenges faced by the nation, acknowledging the removal of the fuel subsidy as a necessary measure to free up resources and combat corruption. He assured the Nigerian people that the government would invest in critical sectors such as transportation infrastructure, education, healthcare, and regular power supply to enhance their quality of life.</p>
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<p>The president called on all Nigerians, particularly elected officials, to recommit themselves to strengthening democracy and delivering on their electoral promises. He pledged his administration&#8217;s commitment to govern with fairness, respect for the rule of law, and the upliftment of the people&#8217;s dignity.</p>
<p>As the nation celebrated Democracy Day, President Tinubu expressed his hope that the light of liberty would continue to shine brightly in Nigeria.</p>
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