June 12, 2026
President Bola Tinubu has said that Nigeria’s democratic journey has endured decades of trials, stressing that despite challenges, Nigerians have consistently shown resilience and an unbreakable spirit.
In a June 12 Democracy Day message, Tinubu reflected on the country’s political history, noting that many doubted whether democracy would survive in Nigeria 27 years ago due to its diversity.
“Fellow Nigerians, 27 years ago, many doubted democracy would survive here because of our diversity. Today, our diversity sustains our democracy,” he said.
He acknowledged that the country still faces a difficult path ahead, but maintained that the lessons of June 12 serve as a reminder of national endurance.
