The instrument was adopted by the 30th Ordinary Session of the Assembly, held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on January 29, 2018.
He said democracy affords citizens the opportunity, through elective structures and processes, to participate effectively in the affairs of their country.
“There is need to get down to those who are underserved and renew their hopes.”
“The President urges him to bring his wealth of experience to bear on the new assignment.”
However, the governor handed over to his deputy, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, in an acting capacity.
His spirits of selflessness, patriotism, and unity are worthy of emulation by all democratic leaders nationally and globally.
All existential issues will be addressed realistically. It is our duty to encourage the new government to tread this honourable path,” he said.
Mr Obi’s visit to Minna irked some of his critics who accused him of hobnobbing with past leaders who destroyed the country.
The Nigerian leader produced his last Democracy Day broadcast on Sunday.
It came 222 days after the regime banned the crucial social media network in Nigeria, disrupting citizens’ communications and businesses.
