FG Inaugurates Committee for 2025 Democracy Day Celebration

FG Inaugurates Committee for 2025 Democracy Day Celebration

Abuja, June 5, 2025 – The Federal Government has inaugurated an Inter-Ministerial Committee to coordinate and deliver a befitting celebration for the 2025 Democracy Day. The committee is tasked with organizing a series of events to commemorate the country’s democratic journey and honor the heroes of Nigeria’s democratic struggle.

At the inauguration ceremony held in Abuja, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, CON—represented by the Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Abubakar Atiku Bagudu—emphasized the significance of the day. He described Democracy Day as an opportunity for national reflection on the sacrifices made by Nigeria’s founding fathers and pro-democracy advocates.

“This year’s Democracy Day is a time to reflect on the contributions and sacrifices of our founding fathers who secured independence for our nation, and the democratic champions who fought to reclaim power from military rule,” Bagudu said. “Celebrating this day honors their legacy and affirms their place in history.”

He also noted that the annual celebration offers the government a platform to showcase its achievements and present a scorecard to Nigerians. He charged the committee to align its efforts with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda to ensure a successful and meaningful celebration.

The line-up of events for the 2025 Democracy Day celebration includes:

• Friday, June 6 – World Press Briefing and Special Juma’at Service

• Sunday, June 8 – Church Service

• Tuesday, June 9 – Youth Programme

• Wednesday, June 11 – Public Lecture

• Thursday, June 12 – Presidential Broadcast and National Parade

Members of the 2025 Democracy Day Inter-Ministerial Committee:

1. Sen. George Akume, CON – SGF (Chairman)

2. Wale Edun – Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy

3. Mohammed Idris Malagi – Minister of Information and National Orientation

4. Sen. Abubakar Atiku Bagudu – Minister of Budget and Economic Planning

5. Yusuf Tuggar – Minister of Foreign Affairs

6. Barr. Nyesom Wike – Minister of the FCT

7. Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo – Minister of Interior

8. Hadiza Bala-Usman – Special Adviser to the President on Policy and Coordination

9. Kayode Egbetokun – Inspector-General of Police

10. Adeola Oluwatosin Ajayi – Director-General, Department of State Services

11. Brig. Gen. Adebisi Onasanya – Commander, Guards Brigade

12. Dr. Nnamdi Maurice Mbaeri – Permanent Secretary, General Services Office, OSGF

13. Kachollom Daju – Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Health

14. Engr. Nadungu Gagare – Permanent Secretary, Political and Economic Affairs Office, OSGF (Member/Secretary)

Terms of Reference:

• Plan, organize, and execute all approved activities for Democracy Day

• Co-opt relevant organizations or individuals to ensure successful implementation

• Document all activities for historical and archival purposes

• Undertake any other tasks necessary for the celebration’s success

Segun Imohiosen
Director, Information & Public Relations
Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation