Shina Peller: Nigeria's Democracy Fails Ordinary Citizens

On June 12, former lawmaker Shina Peller expressed that Nigeria's democracy has failed ordinary Nigerians. In a statement issued yesterday, he warned that the current government is building a house of cards while ignoring deep economic issues and insecurity affecting citizens.

Peller highlighted the widening gap between the elite and the governed, arguing that the true essence of June 12, which originated from a fierce struggle for justice and popular will, is being undermined by pervasive poverty and hardship. He stated that despite the challenges, Nigeria's potential remains unmatched, heavily relying on the vibrant and creative youth to steer the country away from collapse.

Peller outlined an urgent three-pronged path forward, calling for uncompromising institutional accountability, economic inclusivity, and the guarantee of basic human dignity to unite the nation firmly rooted in justice.