President Bola Tinubu celebrated Nigeria’s 25th anniversary of uninterrupted democracy with a speech highlighting the country’s progress since the pivotal June 12, 1993, election and paying tribute to past heroes. He praised figures like MKO Abiola, General Shehu Musa Yar’Adua, and journalists who fought for democracy.
Tinubu emphasized the need for economic reforms, acknowledging current hardships but insisting they are necessary for long-term growth. He announced plans to propose a new national minimum wage to the National Assembly and lauded peaceful negotiations with labor leaders.
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Calling for unity, Tinubu reaffirmed his commitment to protecting democratic rights and urged Nigerians to continue supporting democratic values and economic reforms.