...Urges Nigerians not to relent in the search for peace
Asks youths to add more values to economic, political development of Nigeria
Ondo State House of Assembly member, Hon Ifabiyi Olatunji (JP), has urged Nigerians to be more determined in ensuring that democracy works in the country.
Ifabiyi spoke on Thursday, in a statement made public in Akure the Ondo State capital by his media adviser on the 26th uninterrupted democratic governance,and the anniversary commemorating the annulment of the June 12 1993 presidential election in Nigeria.
He said despite its imperfection, democracy remains the best option for the country, adding that through the determination of the citizens and their active participation in the democratic process, Nigerians can achieve a truly great country of their dream.
The lawmaker, while speaking on the historic event, urged Nigerians not to relent in their search for lasting peace and unity as necessary conditions for progress and prosperity of the country.
He saluted the heroic deeds of patriots who worked assiduously to actualise democratic rule in the country, especially the symbol of the June 12 struggle, the late Chief Mashood.Kasimawo Olawale Abiola, saying only a truly great, peaceful and prosperous Nigeria could be a befitting compensation for their sacrifices.
While stressing that democracy is a journey and not a destination, Ifabiyi noted that a lot more sacrifices are required from the citizens to ensure the country gets the best out of its democratic rule.
He urged Nigerians especially the youth, to show more interests in the economic and political development of the nation, adding that they have the required education, exposure, and numerical strength to make positive impact on both the economy and the governance.
According to the lawmaker “We may not have reached the promised land, but we have left Egypt"
"We may not have attained the best, but we surely have made some progress as a nation"
“With more determination and active participation of the citizens in the democratic process, we would reach the promised land"
“While we remember today the contributions and sacrifices of our patriots (dead and living), the only befitting compensation for their efforts would be a truly great, peaceful and prosperous Nigeria. This is achievable.” He added.
Sam Mercy Ajide,
Special Adviser on Information & Media Strategy
For:Office of the Honourable Member,
Odigbo Constituency 1
@ODHA
Photo Credit: Agboola OLANIPEKUN
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