The article reflects on Nigeria's 66 years of independence and emphasizes that, despite 27 years of civilian rule, the country still does not truly practice democracy. The author argues that democracy requires more than just having civilian leaders; it needs fair elections, human rights protection, and a government accountable to the people. Currently, the political power in Nigeria is overly concentrated in the president, Bola Tinubu, who acts with little oversight from other government branches. The article criticizes how political leaders, including those from opposition parties, seem to support Tinubu's authority rather than challenge it. The author also discusses the political climate, where government officials are focused on attacking opposition figures, particularly Peter Obi, instead of addressing the needs of the citizens. This includes accusations of dishonesty against Obi, which the author finds hypocritical, as those making the accusations are themselves seen as dishonest. Overall, the article calls for reflection on Nigeria's political situation and expresses skepticism about the possibility of genuine democratic governance in the future.
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