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Federal Government inaugurates Democracy Day committee, honors MKO Abiola's sacrifice
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The Federal Government has inaugurated an Inter-Ministerial Committee to coordinate activities for the 27th Democracy Day celebration, while paying tribute to the late Chief Moshood Abiola and other heroes of the June 12 struggle. Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, noted that Democracy Day provides an opportunity to reflect on the sacrifices made by Nigerians who fought for democratic governance. Akume described the June 12 anniversary as a significant moment to honor those who contributed to Nigeria’s democratic journey, emphasizing that the democratic values and institutions being strengthened today are founded on their struggles. He paid particular tribute to MKO Abiola, whose sacrifice and commitment led to the recognition of June 12 as Democracy Day. The celebration will also showcase the Federal Government's achievements and reaffirm its commitment to democratic ideals, institutional strengthening, and national development, demonstrating progress made in consolidating democracy and implementing reforms despite socio-economic challenges. The celebration will be "modest but purposeful" in line with fiscal responsibility. Activities include a World Press Conference, Special Juma’at Prayers, an Inter-denominational Church Service, a Democracy Day Public Lecture, Youth and Women-Oriented Programmes, a Presidential Broadcast, a Joint National Assembly Address by President Tinubu, and a Democracy Day Gala Night. The committee, chaired by the SGF, comp
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