Atiku Abubakar, the former Vice President and presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the previous election, has expressed his concerns about the state of democracy in Nigeria.
In his Democracy Day message to Nigerians, Atiku emphasized that democracy in the country is still in bondage and requires the collective efforts of all citizens to rescue it.
Atiku highlighted the importance of making Nigeria's democracy self-sustaining and free from anti-democratic forces. He acknowledged that while the nation is celebrating the return to civil rule, it is crucial to reflect on the journey towards becoming a democratic society.
The former Vice President recognized the progress made in establishing democracy as the norm in Nigerian politics, especially considering the dark era of military dictatorships. However, he cautioned that true democracy requires a commitment to fairness, adherence to the rule of law, and the elimination of election manipulation by the governing elite.
Atiku stressed that democracy is an ongoing process and that there is still much work to be done. He called for the active participation of all democrats to ensure that Nigeria's democracy evolves and becomes independent of anti-democratic influences.
He emphasized that the future of Nigeria's democracy depends on the collective actions and dedication of its citizens. Atiku urged Nigerians to remain committed to the cause of democracy, as those opposed to it continue to pose a threat.
He encouraged the people to do more in order to overcome these challenges and safeguard democracy.
In conclusion, Atiku congratulated Nigerians on Democracy Day and raised awareness about the ongoing struggle to secure and enhance democracy in the country. He emphasized the need for the energy and commitment of all citizens to rescue democracy from its current state of bondage.
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