Democracy Day: Gbagi Urges Nigerians To Be Optimistic

Governorship candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) in Delta State, Barr. Kenneth Gbagi has called on Nigerians particularly Deltans to be optimistic about the future of the country particularly when they have what it takes to overcome today’s threats and trials.

Gbagi, made the appeal in his goodwill message issued by his chief press secretary, Kenneth Orusi, on the occasion of the nation’s Democracy Day.

The renowned criminologist said that the nation holds abundant promises for the citizens despite the challenges facing her today.

The former minister of state for education, encouraged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the citizens to re-dedicate themselves to the virtues of equity, justice, tolerance and strive to give their best for the good of the nation.

He described Democracy Day as a day to celebrate the freedom and unity of Nigeria, adding that it provides an opportunity to reflect on the country’s progress, its humble attainments and ponder over those dreams yet to be fulfilled.

The former chairman, Legal Aid Council of Nigeria, commended former President Muhammadu Buhari, for moving Democracy Day from May 29 to June 12 to honour the late MKO Abiola and other heroes who sacrificed their lives to birth a new Nigeria.

He called on his teeming supporters and party faithful to use the day to reflect on the ideals of Abiola and SDP and to have faith in the tribunal to deliver judgement in his favour and the SDP.

“I join all citizens to celebrate Democracy Day of our great nation, Nigeria. As we mark this day of freedom, it allows us to reflect on our progress, celebrate our humble attainments and ponder over those dreams that are yet to be fulfilled.

“We may have hiccups along the way and challenging times that might be stretching our resolve and determination to forge ahead. But we should not relent nor succumb to fear, discouraging trials and threats of today.

“We will never lose hope in our country and in our indomitable spirit and capacity to overcome difficult times, seize the moment and conquer.

“Be positive with our case at the tribunal. We have a very good case, is for the tribunal to do what they need to do at the appropriate time,” Gbagi said.