Significance Of June 12 As Nigeria’s Democracy Day
Celebrating a New Era of Freedom and Progress. In 2018, the Nigerian government declared June 12 as Democracy Day, replacing May 29. This change is to honour the annulled 1993 presidential election, widely considered Nigeria's freest and fairest poll. The shift to June 12 has brought renewed significance to Democracy Day, symbolizing the country's commitment to democratic values and the struggles of the Nigerian people. June 12 represents a watershed […]
