The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, has assured that the dividends of democracy would reach more Nigerians.
Abbas who gave the assurance in a statement in Abuja to mark Democracy day in Abuja on Wednesday, congratulated Nigerians on the celebration of Democracy Day and 25 years of unbroken democracy.
The Speaker noted that though it was not perfect yet, the country had continued to grow in democratic experience and practice.
Abbas emphasized that this year’s celebration was significant in the life of the National Assembly, as it also marked the one-year anniversary of the 10th Assembly which was inaugurated on June 13, 2023.
He appealed to Nigerians across tribes, religions, genders and age groups to continue to contribute their quota to the growth and development of the country, saying that Nigeria promises to be a nation that the citizens will be proud of.
He urged Nigerians to continue to support the government at all levels and remain law-abiding citizens.
The speaker said it was the collective responsibility of all, with the people as the critical stakeholders, to make the government succeed in its plans, policies and programmes.
