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House Members Disagree Over June 12 Declaration As Democracy Day

A rowdy session erupted in the House of Representatives on Thursday over the recent declaration of June 12 as the new Democracy Day, in Nigeria by President Buhari, Naija News understands.

While some lawmakers supported it, others asked the president to rescind his decision. Some of the lawmakers also kicked against the honour given to Moshood Abiola, the presumed winner of the June 12,1993 presidential election.

Some lawmakers who also spoke on the issue said there is need to ensure the rule of law is followed regarding the matter, while others spoke in favour of the president’s decision.

However, Speaker Yakubu Dogara is trying to keep rowdy members in control for debate to continue. The matter has been referred to Committees on Justice, Rules and Business, to advice the House for proper decision on the matter.

It will be recalled that Naija News reported that President Muhammadu Buhari  yesterday directed that effective 2019, Nigeria’s Democracy Day, marked every May 29 for the past 18 years, be shifted to June 12 to honour the June 12, 1993 acclaimed presidential election winner, Mr Abiola.