Abdul-Azeez Adediran (Jandor), the visioner of the Lagos4Lagos Movement and APC chieftain, has called on Nigerians to jettison politics of bitterness and division.

Mr Adediran made the remark in a statement on Thursday to commemorate Democracy Day.

The APC chieftain, formerly of PDP, said that Nigerians must not forget all the heroes of June 12, 1993 election, including President Bola Tinubu.

“Today, June 12, our Democracy Day, is not just a commemoration of an annulled election; it is a celebration of the resilience of our people and a reminder of the price paid by many to safeguard the right of every Nigerian to choose their leaders freely.

“Now, more than ever, we must move beyond the politics of division and unite in building a stronger, more inclusive nation, one where the dreams of the average citizen are not only valid but achievable.

“The task of building this future lies in our hands, and we must not relent. On this Democracy Day, let us recommit ourselves to the ideals of freedom, unity, accountability, and people-centred governance. Let us honour the sacrifices of our past heroes by playing our part in building a future worthy of their struggle,” he said.

According to him, June 12 is a solemn day of reflection, a day to honour the courage of those who stood on the frontlines of the struggle, and a day to reaffirm our collective commitment to the principles of good governance.

“As we remember the historic June 12, 1993 presidential election, we must also acknowledge the sacrifices of the true heroes of that era, men and women who dared to challenge the forces of oppression and stood firm in defence of democratic values.

“Among these heroes is President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, a courageous figure whose contributions during the pro-democracy struggle cannot be forgotten,” Mr Adediran said.

He said that Mr Tinubu’s unwavering stand in the face of military repression and his sustained advocacy for the return of civilian rule were legacies that continue to inspire generations.

“As we commemorate this day, we salute Mr President for his role in securing the democracy we all enjoy today,” Mr Adediran said.

Reiterating his commitment to Mr Tinubu’s renewed hope agenda to birth the Nigeria of everyone’s dream, Mr Adediran called for support for the president. 

(NAN)