Ododo Lauds Nigerian Spirit, Reaffirms Commitment to Inclusive Governance

Ibrahim Oyewale in Lokoja

Kogi State Governor, UsmanOdodo, has urged  Nigerians to rekindle the spirit of unity, civic responsibility, and democratic engagement as the nation marks the 2025 Democracy Day.

In a message to commemorate Democracy Day,  Ododo described June 12 as a defining moment in Nigeria’s journey toward democratic governance, calling it “a solemn reminder that democracy is not gifted, it is earned.

“Today, we celebrate as one people, united in history, in hope, and in purpose,” the governor declared, as he paid glowing tribute to the heroes of the 1993 presidential election, widely regarded as the freest and fairest in the country’s history but sadly  annulled.

He acknowledged the sacrifices of pro-democracy champions, singling out President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, as one of the foremost figures whose relentless struggle helped birth the democratic freedoms Nigerians now enjoy.

“The sacrifices made by pro-democracy heroes, including our father, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, must never be forgotten,” Ododo said.