Bola Tinubu on Democracy
born 1952
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Democracy is neither a foreign nor abstract concept devoid of meaning for us.
Without the historic struggle of the June 12 movement, there would have been no foundation for the democracy that we enjoy today.
While we may not always agree, we must forge a way to work together because this is what democracy demands of us.
Democracy is a way of life that encompasses a broad outlook of which elections are but a part.
We must be vigilant in expanding and defending the liberties our democracy provides.
For Chief MKO Abiola, the symbol of this day, in whose memory June 12 became a national holiday, democracy is eternal.
Even under the military, the National Assembly tried to protect our democracy.
The real test of a functioning democracy is not whether people agree all the time but whether they can disagree without undermining the fabric of the society.
On this day, Nigeria affirms its rightful place among the world's great democracies. There, Nigeria shall reside forever.
Our democracy is more than a historic fact. It is a living, breathing reality.
In 2006, the 5th National Assembly protected our democracy against an unseemly third-term bid that would have ripped our Constitution apart.
Our nation is not perfect, but it is strong. Our democracy is not invincible, but it is alive.
As we mark this year's Democracy Day, let us rededicate ourselves to the ideals of democratic governance.
Whilst Chief MKO Abiola is June 12's central figure, we must not forget the long list of those who equally deserve to be called heroes of Nigerian democracy.