Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa, has condemned President Bola Tinubu’s recent Democracy Day speech, calling it a historical narrative that fails to address current challenges. Speaking on Channels Television’s Morning Brief, Adegboruwa expressed his disappointment, noting that the speech did not tackle the critical issues plaguing Nigeria’s democracy.
Adegboruwa argued that despite the significance of June 12, marking the annulled 1993 presidential election won by MKO Abiola, the government’s commitment to democratic values has not led to tangible progress. He emphasized that greater expectations are placed on Tinubu, given his pivotal role in the democratic struggle and his current leadership position.
The rights activist highlighted the ongoing challenges in Nigeria’s democracy, pointing out that the dream of better elections and democratic principles remains unfulfilled. He called for the release of wrongfully detained Nigerians and urged engagement with constituent units to ensure true federalism. Adegboruwa criticized the president’s speech for lacking a roadmap to achieve true democracy, reflecting a broader sentiment among citizens and activists for substantial changes beyond ceremonial gestures.