President Bola Tinubu has arrived at the National Assembly complex in Abuja to deliver his Democracy Day address before a joint session of lawmakers as Nigeria celebrates 26 years of democratic governance.
The National Assembly members were already seated in anticipation of the President's address, which forms a key part of the activities lined up to commemorate this year's Democracy Day celebrations.
According to the day's schedule, the presidential address will be followed by a Democracy Day lecture later in the day, where prominent political figures are expected to deliver speeches on various issues affecting the nation.
Distinguished Attendees
The event has attracted numerous high-profile dignitaries from across Nigeria's political landscape. Among those present are Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma, Nasarawa State Governor Abdullahi Sule, and several federal cabinet members including Minister of Justice and Attorney General Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), Secretary to the Government of the Federation George Akume, and Minister of Budget and Economic Planning Atiku Bagudu.
Former political leaders have also graced the occasion, including former Senate Presidents Bukola Saraki and Ken Nnamani, former Governors Aminu Masari and Anyim Pius Anyim (who also previously served as Secretary to the Government of the Federation). Adding royal presence to the event, the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, is also in attendance.
Earlier reports indicated that journalists were initially barred from the National Assembly chamber ahead of the President's address, though the full details of this situation remain unclear.
The Democracy Day celebration commemorates Nigeria's return to democratic rule in 1999 after years of military dictatorship, with this year marking the 26th anniversary of that historic transition.
Full details of President Tinubu's address and other Democracy Day activities will be provided in subsequent reports.
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