Activist Decries Lack of State Democracy in Nigeria
Deji Adeyanju, a human rights activist, criticizes the state of democracy in Nigeria on its 65th Independence Day, stating that true democracy exists only in Abuja, not in the states. Adeyanju raised concerns about the concentration of power in the hands of state governors without adequate checks and balances, leading to limited accountability.
He highlighted instances where state governors resisted scrutiny and interfered with anti-corruption efforts. Adeyanju emphasized the need for decentralization and adherence to the rule of law to strengthen democracy at all levels in Nigeria.
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