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Africa-Press – Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday, commended the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike for taking steps towards protecting democracy in Nigeria.<\/p>\n

Tinubu said Wike\u2019s vision and commitment towards the construction of the headquarters of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, was commendable.<\/p>\n

The president spoke during the flagging off of the construction of INEC\u2019s headquarters in Abuja.<\/p>\n

According to Tinubu: \u201cBy initiating this project, Wike has taken another important step towards the protection of our democracy in this country, i say that you very much.<\/p>\n

\u201cI salute your vision and commitment towards the progress and development of our country.<\/p>\n

\u201cLet me also take this moment to commend the entire leadership of the FCDA, let me once again commend the leadership of INEC for their dedication to face the challenge that is necessary and the courage to lay a stronger foundation for our democracy.<\/p>\n

\u201cTo the contractors supervising and stakeholders involved in this project, let quality, speed, and integrity speak and guide your work because you are not just building an edifice but trust in our nation.<\/p>\n

\u201cTo all Nigerians, I say that democracy is not a destination but a journey. Together let us strengthen our institution and safeguard our freedom and protect the future.\u201d<\/p>\n

For More News And Analysis About Nigeria<\/span> Follow Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press – Nigeria. President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday, commended the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike for taking steps towards protecting democracy in Nigeria. Tinubu said Wike\u2019s vision and commitment towards the construction of the headquarters of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, was commendable. 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