As Nigerians commemorate this year’s Democracy Day, the Founder of the ENACT Innovation Hub and Member, Board of Trustees of the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), representing North Central Nigeria, Engr. Nurudeen Adeyemi Balogun has paid glowing tribute to Nigeria’s democratic journey, hailing the resilience of the Nigerian people and the enduring efforts of democratic heroes past and present.
In a statement personally signed to mark the 2025 Democracy Day, Engr. Adeyemi described democracy as “a system that empowers the people to take ownership of their future and development through participatory governance, freedom of expression, and accountability in leadership.”
According to the Kwara South-born technocrat, democracy has opened unprecedented windows for service delivery, innovation, and inclusive development — especially in communities like Kwara South, where successive democratic structures have made room for grassroots development, youth engagement, and infrastructural improvement.
“Since the return to civil rule in 1999, we have seen how democracy has enabled more people-oriented governance. In Kwara South, it has provided opportunities for leaders to serve, for youths to be heard, and for communities to grow with a greater sense of ownership and pride.”
Engr. Adeyemi, a long-standing advocate for education, innovation, and entrepreneurship in the region, emphasized that democracy remains the surest path to building a just, equitable, and progressive Nigeria. He acknowledged the sacrifices made by democratic icons—especially those who paid the ultimate price in the fight for Nigeria’s civil rule—and encouraged all Nigerians to uphold the ideals they stood for.
“Democracy must not be taken for granted. It is our shared duty to preserve it by participating actively, holding our leaders accountable, and most importantly, remaining peaceful and united.”
He thanked the people of Kwara South for their continued support for democratic governance and for sustaining the vision of development through active civic engagement. Through platforms like ENACT Innovation Hub, he noted, numerous young people have been empowered with digital skills, entrepreneurial training, and access to innovation—opportunities made possible through democratic dividends and visionary leadership.
While congratulating Nigerians on the occasion of Democracy Day 2025, Engr. Adeyemi urged citizens, especially the youth, to believe in the Nigerian project and channel their energy into building a better, more inclusive nation.
“Let us remain steadfast in our collective journey. Let us continue to build bridges of peace, equity, and prosperity. Let us never forget that democracy is not just a system of government—it is a platform for transformation and legacy.”
Happy Democracy Day, Nigeria!
Long Live Kwara South!
Long Live Kwara State!
Long Live the Federal Republic of Nigeria!
Signed:
Engr. Nurudeen Adeyemi Balogun
Founder, ENACT and Member, BOT – TETFund (North Central)