The theme for 2023 June 12 Democracy Day, which will be celebrated in a somewhat low-key manner, is “Hope Reassured,” the Federal Government announced this on Friday.
The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, delivered the news during a press conference.
He noted that the recent presidential inauguration on May 29, which was marked by grand festivities, is the reason for the low-key democracy celebration.
Akume detailed the schedule, “The activities lined up for celebration are a press briefing and the president’s address to the nation at 7 am on Monday.”
The SGF further explained that Democracy Day has been moved from its original date, May 29, to June 12, to honor those who’ve fought for democracy in Nigeria since 1999.
“However, May 29 remains the date of handing over or taking over of power, and this happens every four years according to the Nigerian Constitution,” he clarified.
Due to the grandeur of the recent inauguration, Akume stated that the 2023 June 12 Democracy Day will be marked by two primary activities: the press conference and the presidential broadcast on Monday at 7 am.
To commemorate this year’s anniversary, the SGF stressed the importance of reflecting on the nation’s progress, the benefits of democracy, and areas needing improvement.
“It is in light of this that the theme of this year’s Democracy celebration is ‘Hope Reassured’,” he declared.
Lastly, Akume reassured Nigerians of the government’s commitment to their safety before, during, and after the celebration.
He affirmed that sufficient measures had been put in place to ensure this.
Ada Peter
