……opts for low-key celebrations
Egalitarianvoice.com reports that the Federal Government has announced the cancellation of the scheduled military parade to commemorate the 26th Democracy Day, on Thursday, June 12, 2025.
This marks a significant shift in how the national holiday is observed, as the usual fanfare at Eagle Square will be replaced with official addresses and reflective events.
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Instead, President Bola Tinubu will deliver a nationwide broadcast at 7 a.m., followed by a special joint session of the National Assembly at noon. A public lecture themed “Consolidating on the Gains of Nigeria’s Democracy: Necessity of Enduring Reforms” is also scheduled for later in the day at the State House Conference Centre in Abuja.
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Despite the cancellation of the parade, June 12 remains a national public holiday. Government offices, banks, and other institutions will be closed as Nigerians are encouraged to reflect on the progress and challenges of the country’s democratic journey.
