Labour Party has urged Nigerians to remain hopeful and committed to the democratic process as the nation commemorates Democracy Day, despite the prevailing economic and security challenges confronting the country.
In a statement issued on Friday by its National Publicity Secretary, Ken Eluma Asogwa, the party congratulated Nigerians at home and in the Diaspora on the occasion and paid tribute to the late Chief MKO Abiola and other pro-democracy activists whose sacrifices paved the way for the restoration and sustenance of democratic governance in Nigeria.
The party acknowledged that Nigeria’s democratic journey has been marked by setbacks, unmet expectations and missed opportunities, but stressed that citizens should not lose faith in the country’s future.
According to the statement, democracy remains the most inclusive system of governance, providing citizens with the opportunity to participate in decision-making and influence the direction of national development.
The Labour Party called on governments at all levels to intensify efforts to tackle insecurity, economic hardship, unemployment, hunger and infrastructure deficits, noting that the true dividends of democracy must be reflected in improved living conditions for the people.
The party further stated that its guiding principles of Equal Opportunity and Social Justice are consistent with the core values of democracy, emphasizing that governance must guarantee fairness, inclusion and equal participation for all citizens.
As Nigeria gradually approaches another electoral cycle, the party encouraged Nigerians to remain actively engaged in the democratic process and sustain confidence in the possibility of building a more prosperous and equitable nation.
The statement reaffirmed the Labour Party’s commitment to providing a credible political platform capable of advancing the aspirations of Nigerians and promoting competent leadership across all levels of government.
Expressing optimism about the nation’s future, the party said Nigeria possesses the capacity to overcome its current challenges through visionary leadership, integrity and collective national commitment.
Nigeria marks Democracy Day annually on June 12 in honour of the country’s democratic struggle and the legacy of Chief MKO Abiola, widely regarded as the winner of the June 12, 1993 presidential election.
