The Federal Government has released the official programme of events for the 2025 Democracy Day celebration scheduled for Thursday, June 12.
According to a statement by the Inter-Ministerial Committee on Democracy Day, this year’s celebration will begin with a national broadcast by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu by 7:00 a.m
The President’s address is expected to highlight the progress of the nation’s democratic journey, ongoing reforms under the Renewed Hope Agenda, and the government’s commitment to sustaining democratic values.
The statement, which was signed by Abdulhakeem Adeoye, on behalf of the Director of Information and Public Relations on Wednesday, also said there will be no ceremonial parade this year, however, the celebration will include two key public engagements by the President.
At 12 noon, President Tinubu is scheduled to attend a Joint Session of the National Assembly at the National Assembly Complex.
This special sitting will serve as a symbolic affirmation of the synergy between the Executive and Legislature in nurturing Nigeria’s democratic system.
There will also be a public lecture on Democracy, by 4:00 pm at the State House Conference Centre, Abuja, with the theme:“Consolidating on the Gains of Nigeria’s Democracy: Necessity of Enduring Reforms.”
Media coverage for the Villa event will be managed by State House correspondents.
(The Nation)
