Yoruba group Afenifere says Nigeria's democracy needs more work. Leader Reuben Fasoranti sent congratulations for Democracy Day on June 12. He believes all ethnic and religious groups can unite against national problems. The government made Thursday a holiday to celebrate democracy. Fasoranti thinks good leaders and patriotic citizens can help Nigeria reach its potential.
The Afenifere chief wants people to remember democracy takes time to develop. He asked civil society groups to work with other progressive forces. These partnerships can make democratic systems stronger across Nigeria. Strong democracy helps current citizens and future generations. Democracy brings benefits that last for many years.
Fasoranti praised Democracy Day as an important achievement for Nigeria. June 12 marks when democracy returned after military rule ended. Democratic government has continued since 1999 without major interruptions. Heroes from civil society groups made sacrifices for this progress. Groups like NADECO and Afenifere formed coalitions that restored civilian government and created the Fourth Republic.
The Afenifere chief wants people to remember democracy takes time to develop. He asked civil society groups to work with other progressive forces. These partnerships can make democratic systems stronger across Nigeria. Strong democracy helps current citizens and future generations. Democracy brings benefits that last for many years.
Fasoranti praised Democracy Day as an important achievement for Nigeria. June 12 marks when democracy returned after military rule ended. Democratic government has continued since 1999 without major interruptions. Heroes from civil society groups made sacrifices for this progress. Groups like NADECO and Afenifere formed coalitions that restored civilian government and created the Fourth Republic.
