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Democracy Day: Uphold democratic values, Adamawa governor tells Nigerians

The governor commended Nigerians for upholding their sacred duty to protect, preserve, and promote the constitution.

• June 12, 2025
Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri
Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri

Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Fintiri, has congratulated Nigerians on the celebration of 26 years of unbroken democracy and urged all to embrace democratic values.

Mr Fintiri made the call in his message to mark 2025 Democracy Day, issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Humwashi Wonosikou in Yola on Thursday.

Mr Fintiri called on Nigerians to appreciate the nation’s path to greatness, evident in the developmental strides and wealth creation witnessed across the country.

“Today, we celebrate an extraordinary Nigerian journey of 26 years, marked by transformation, growth, and the deepening of democracy,” he said.

The governor commended Nigerians for upholding their sacred duty to protect, preserve, and promote the constitution.

He noted the resilience shown by Adamawa’s electorate, during the 2023 elections which he said enabled the state to remain an oasis of peace and prosperity.

Mr Fintiri stated, “As patriotic citizens, you were charged with a historic task: ensuring that democracy was not subverted. You did that very well, and today, your commitment has put our state on a solid foundation that has allowed us to sustain our developmental strides.’’

Mr Fintiri stated that their sacrifice reminded him that authority is a public trust to be exercised in a manner that brings to the state full accountability to the people.

The governor expressed happiness about the maturity of Nigeria’s democracy and reassured the people of Adamawa State that the transition witnessed in all sectors would continue until his last day in office.

(NAN)

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