NILDS Director-General Advocates Unity for Nigeria's 66th Independence

On October 1, Nigeria marks its 66th Independence Anniversary, and Professor Abubakar Sulaiman, the Director-General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), called for national unity and inclusivity in a goodwill message. He reflected on Nigeria's journey since gaining independence in 1960, describing the past 66 years as a testament to the resilience of its people and the efforts of various administrations.

Sulaiman aligned his message with the theme “From Reforms to Stability: Consolidating Nigeria’s Renewed Hope for Shared Prosperity,” urging citizens to leverage the country's diversity for national development. He emphasized the need for greater public participation in addressing security and developmental challenges and reiterated NILDS' commitment to strengthening democratic institutions and promoting good governance.

Sulaiman congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Senate President Godswill Obot Akpabio, and Speaker of the House of Representatives Abbas Tajudeen, while calling for collective action to overcome national challenges and wishing Nigerians a peaceful Independence Day celebration.