- Hon. (Princess) Surah Animashaun calls on Nigerians to uphold democratic values and honour heroes of June 12.
- Emphasis placed on active civic participation, accountability, and the power of every citizen’s voice.
- Epe community engages in civic awareness campaigns and dialogues to commemorate Democracy Day 2025.
As Nigeria commemorates Democracy Day 2025, the Executive Chairman of Epe Local Government, Hon. (Princess) Surah Olayemi Animashaun, FHTI, has issued a heartfelt message celebrating the nation’s democratic journey while urging citizens to uphold its core values.
Ekohotblog reports that in a statement released to mark the June 12 occasion, the Chairman described Democracy Day as a powerful reminder of the unwavering will of the people and the sacrifices that paved the way for Nigeria’s democratic governance.
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“Democracy Day is a powerful reminder that the will of the people can never be suppressed,” Hon. Surah stated. “We honour the brave men and women whose resilience and sacrifices made the actualization of democracy possible.”
She paid tribute to the patriots who defied military regimes and fought valiantly to defend the rights of Nigerians, highlighting that their courage has enabled present and future generations to enjoy freedom of expression, the right to vote, and a sense of national identity.
“We commend those who stood tall in the face of oppression, those who paid the ultimate price so that we can enjoy the right to vote, to speak, and to be heard. Their legacy lives on in every Nigerian who believes in justice, unity, and the dream of a better nation,” she said.
Hon. Surah further emphasized that democracy should not be limited to elections, but must include everyday participation, accountability, and an inclusive governance system.
“Democracy is not just about elections—it’s about participation, accountability, and the shared belief that every voice matters,” she said.
Addressing the people of Epe and Nigerians across the country, the Chairman delivered a stirring call to embrace national unity and democratic principles.
“To the tenacious, noble, enterprising, and resilient people of Epe, and to Nigerians everywhere: let this day reawaken your faith in our democratic ideals.
Let it ignite a deeper sense of purpose, unity, and national pride. Our diversity is our strength, and our shared future depends on the choices we make today,” she said.
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She concluded with a passionate appeal to citizens to continue defending Nigeria’s democratic foundation.
“Let us defend democracy. Let us uphold our rights. Let us shape the Nigeria we all deserve, a nation where every voice is valued, and every citizen empowered.”
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