The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has called on Nigerians not to lose hope despite the political and economic challenges facing the country, assuring citizens that democracy remains the best pathway to accountable governance, national development, and the protection of fundamental rights.
In a Democracy Day message signed by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Hon. Jugundo Mohammed on Friday, the PDP congratulated Nigerians on the occasion of June 12 and paid tribute to their resilience, patriotism, and commitment to democratic governance.
The PDP acknowledged the difficulties confronting the nation but urged citizens not to surrender to despair, insisting that the country’s challenges are temporary and can be overcome through responsible leadership and stronger democratic institutions.
According to the party, democracy remains the strongest guarantee for transparent leadership, national progress, and the protection of citizens’ rights.
“While our nation continues to face significant political and economic challenges, Nigerians should not lose faith in democracy or despair about the future of our country,” the statement said.
The party expressed confidence that with collective determination, unity, and active civic participation, Nigeria would overcome its current difficulties and achieve lasting peace, prosperity, and progress.
It further maintained that the country’s challenges are surmountable through the collective resolve of the people and leaders committed to national development.
Reaffirming its commitment to democratic values, the PDP described itself as a party with a rich democratic heritage and a viable platform for the promotion, defence, and sustenance of democracy in Nigeria.
The party pledged to continue working with Nigerians to restore hope, strengthen democratic institutions, and build a more inclusive and prosperous nation.
The opposition party also wished Nigerians a happy Democracy Day celebration.
