Uba Sani to activists: Lead by example, hold politicians accountable

Uba Sani, governor of Kaduna, has urged activists to lead by example and hold public office holders accountable.

Sani spoke at the launch of ‘Demonstration of Craze: Struggles and Transition to Democracy’, a book by Abdul Oroh, a former member of the house of representatives.

Sani said those in government must prioritise the welfare and security of citizens for them to have faith in democracy.

Represented by Bello Ayuba, his principal private secretary, the governor of Kaduna said it is the collective responsibility of activists to defend democracy, noting that those who experienced military rule understand its value.

He highlighted key democratic principles such as citizen participation, rule of law, and transparency as essential for Nigeria’s diverse nation.

“Anyone who experienced military rule will not toy with democracy. Despite its imperfections, constitutional democracy remains the best system of government,” he said.

“Its key principles, like participation of citizens, rule of law, equality, transparency, accountability, human rights, political tolerance, multi-party system, and free elections, are critical to the building and sustenance of a diverse and complex nation like Nigeria.”

Sani encouraged pro-democracy and civil rights activists to engage governments constructively and keep politicians accountable.

He praised Oroh’s book as a significant contribution to Nigeria’s pro-democracy literature and his insights into navigating the country’s politics while maintaining values and ethics, a challenge many activists face in their quest for selfless service.