DEMOCRACY DAY: NIGERIA WILL NOT BOW TO TERROR, ECONOMIC HARDSHIP BEING ADDRESSED – TINUBU
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By: Muftau Fatimo
President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to combating insecurity and addressing economic challenges, declaring that Nigeria will never surrender to terrorism, banditry, or any form of criminal intimidation.
The President’s message was delivered on Sunday by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, during the National Inter-Denominational Church Service held at the National Christian Centre in Abuja as part of activities marking the 2026 Democracy Day celebration.
Speaking on behalf of the President, Akume said the Federal Government is fully aware of the economic difficulties facing Nigerians and is taking steps to ease the burden through policies and programmes aimed at delivering the dividends of democracy.
According to him, the administration is not indifferent to the plight of citizens and remains committed to improving their living conditions.
“Government is sensitive to all these pains, shares in these pains and has heard your cries,” Akume stated, assuring Nigerians that President Tinubu would intensify efforts to tackle the socio-economic challenges confronting the nation.
On the security situation, the SGF said the Federal Government remains focused on safeguarding lives and property while working to secure the release of individuals held captive by criminal groups. He noted that security agencies continue to receive support to effectively confront threats across different parts of the country.
Akume stressed that despite the activities of terrorists, bandits and other criminal elements, the government would remain resolute in defending the nation.
“The government of Nigeria shall never succumb to terror, banditry or any form of criminal intimidation,” he said.
Reflecting on Nigeria’s democratic journey, the SGF celebrated the country’s 27 years of uninterrupted democratic governance since 1999, describing it as a testament to the sacrifices made by citizens and pro-democracy activists who fought for the restoration of democratic rule.
He paid tribute to heroes of the June 12 struggle, noting that many endured persecution, suffered injuries, and even lost their lives in the pursuit of democracy.
With preparations gradually gathering pace for the 2027 general elections, Akume urged Nigerians to reject violence, hate speech, and divisive politics. He particularly cautioned young people against allowing themselves to be used as political thugs or agents of misinformation.
“Do not rent out your conscience for money, drugs, political patronage or online applause. Your future is worth more than any politician’s temporary convenience,” he warned.
The SGF also appealed to religious leaders, traditional rulers, civil society organisations, the media, and families to play active roles in promoting peace, tolerance, and responsible conduct as the country approaches another election cycle.
Among dignitaries who attended the church service were the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio; Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Okezie Kalu; Minister of Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu; and the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Didi Walson-Jack.
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