June 12: Democracy in Nigeria bleeding, says NRM Presidential candidate

Guardian | 13-06-2026 05:14am |

Dr. Esther Nkem Okereke, the presidential candidate of the National Rescue Movement (NRM), has voiced her apprehension regarding the state of democracy in Nigeria, particularly on the occasion of June 12, which is celebrated as Democracy Day. She highlighted the increasing levels of poverty and economic hardship faced by citizens as indicators of a struggling democratic system. Okereke's remarks underscore her belief that the current socio-economic challenges are detrimental to the democratic ideals that the nation strives to uphold.

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