Governor Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi State | File Image
.Salutes Ebonyians
By Nweze Anaga, Abakaliki
Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru has declared his commitment to the sustenance and consolidation of democratic ideals and values in the state in line with the visions of the founding fathers.
In his message commemorating Nigeria’s Democracy Day Celebration, Governor Nwifuru said that Ebonyi State under his watch values “rules of law, freedom of speech.
He also described opposition as the beauty of Democracy and assured of its continued consolidation as the nation’s democratic governance advances.
“Today is a day set aside to celebrate our nation’s democracy and the associated freedoms we enjoy.
“I am proud to say that the principles of democracy, equality, justice, and the rule of law” are strictly respected in Ebonyi State under my watch.
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“On this Democracy Day, we honour the struggles of our past leaders who fought tirelessly to establish and sustain our democratic institutions.
“I recognize the contributions of our citizens who have worked to build a more just and equitable society. And I can assure you their sacrifices in enthroning democratic governance will not be forgotten.
“However, I acknowledge the challenges we face and what is certain is that as a government, we recommit ourselves to addressing them.
“Let me assure you that we are committed to working assiduously to build a democracy that is truly of the people, by the people, and for the people,” he said.
