The speaker of the Lagos House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has called on Nigerians to continue to protect Nigeria’s democracy despite its challenges.

Mr Obasa made the call in a statement to commemorate 2025 Democracy Day in Lagos on Thursday.

Mr Obasa said Nigerians must continue to promote democratic values, protect human rights, and ensure that the democracy remains perpetually unbroken.

The speaker noted that democracy was not perfect yet but said there was room for improvement.

“As Nigerians commemorate this June 12 as Democracy, it is indeed memorable and an eventful period because it is in the history of our existence as a people, nation and a democratic independent entity.

“Undoubtedly, 26 years of uninterrupted civil rule and the most lengthy democracy to Nigerians are really worthy of celebration. This indeed calls for celebration that we could still stand as a people, a nation and a voice, despite all odds and challenges over the past two and a half decades.

“Our democracy has endured despite challenges and setbacks. We have faced elections, protests, and debates, but our commitment to democracy has remained unwavering. We have demonstrated that democracy is not a destination but a journey, and we are proud to be on this path. We must continue to guard it jealously, for it is the foundation upon which the fabric of our nation’s progress is built,” he said.

Mr Obasa recalled the sacrifices made by well-meaning Nigerians during the struggle for democracy.  

(NAN)