Godwin Obaseki of Edo says his government will continue to align with the people to fight off “those hellbent on mortgaging the state’s patrimony for the benefit of a handful of persons”. The governor, in his Democracy Day address, said that the commemoration was remarkable as it was a humble reminder of how far the country had gone in the quest to determine a collective destiny as one entity propelled by the common zeal. “As a nation, we shall continue to thrive and live better, fulfilling lives,” he said. He said that celebrating Nigeria’s Democracy Day on June 12, in honour of late M. K. O. Abiola, was a show of appreciation for the sacrifices that had continued to define Nigeria democratic experience as a nation. “Democracy Day is, for us, of remarkable significance.

Source: The Guardian June 12, 2020 10:07 UTC