The 2023 Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Celebration, Atiku Abubakar, has known as on politicians, statesmen, and different stakeholders to take motion and reclaim Nigeria’s democracy from the looming threats of oppression.
The Waziri Adamawa additionally acknowledged that the All Progressives Congress takes benefit of the weaknesses of opposition events, making them ineffective.
In his Independence Day message to Nigerians on Monday, Atiku known as for a united effort to attain the greatness envisioned by the nation’s esteemed founders.
Nigeria will have fun its sixty fourth Independence anniversary on October 1.
The previous Vice President mentioned, “Our political milieu has turn out to be corrosive; opposition events languish in weak spot, whereas the ruling occasion seems to control inner processes to render them ineffectual. Nigeria teeters getting ready to a one-party dictatorship, and it’s incumbent upon all politicians and statesmen of integrity to rise and reclaim our democracy from the encroaching shadows of oppression.”
Atiku harassed that the sixty fourth Unbiased anniversary milestone is not only a celebration however a recognition of the indomitable spirit and steadfast willpower of Nigerians who firmly consider within the potential of their nation.
The assertion added, “Our nation has traversed quite a few tumultuous phases, but the tenacity of patriotic residents, bolstered by the solidarity of our worldwide allies, has fortified our resolve as a resilient entity.
“On today, as we mark 64 years of nationhood, we take delight within the enduring institution of democracy in Nigeria, highlighted by the longest interval of democratic governance in our historical past.
“Whereas democracy has anchored our establishments within the rules of the rule of legislation, now we have but to attain passable progress in fostering political inclusivity and guaranteeing elections which can be genuinely free and truthful.”
Atiku expressed concern over the declining electoral credibility influenced by the ruling class and known as on political leaders to unite in a robust coalition that may supply Nigerians a reputable opposition for a greater future.
“Our founding fathers united underneath a typical trigger, championing our independence by peaceable, political activism. What we have fun at the moment is the fruition of their collective endeavours and people of subsequent generations, “the previous Vice President added.