Tinubu Assures Of Upholding Democracy, Rule Of Law
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reiterated his firm commitment to sustaining democracy and the rule of law in Nigeria, as a lasting legacy.
The President said the unity and stability of the country rest on the pillars of good governance. He assured that his administration will uphold these principles for posterity.
The President gave the assurance at an inter-faith breaking of the fast with members of the National Working Committee of the All Progressives Congress, APC, and the leadership of the Inter-Party Advisory Council, IPAC, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.
He noted that strengthening internal democracy within political parties remains fundamental to building credible electoral institutions, processes, and systems.
President Tinubu stated that direct primaries provide party members with better opportunities to participate and determine their representatives at various levels of governance.
The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, commended the President for providing strong leadership and ensuring the skillful management of human and material resources in a diverse and multi-ethnic society.
Yilwatda assured President Tinubu of the party's support in realising his lofty vision for the country.
IPAC Chairman appealed to the President to reconsider including the National Identity Number, NIN, as a requirement for voter registration.
Dantalle said many eligible voters might be disenfranchised by the requirement for NIN and the removal of the indirect mode for party nominations as enshrined in the newly signed 2026 Electoral Law.
He also appealed for the restoration of INEC's financial support for political parties.
Dantalle told the President that a movie had been produced on 26 years of democracy in Nigeria titled: “Unbroken Democracy".
The film, supported by Governor Hope Uzodimma, Chairman of the Progressive Governors Forum, will premiere at the State House soon.