President Bola Tinubu has honoured 28 heroes of democracy on June 12, the democracy day.
He hosted them to a state banquet after paying them tributes in his Democracy Day broadcast.
The President reviewed a full military parade to hallmark the day at the iconic Eagle Square in Abuja.
He led eminent Nigerians to the event, which also commemorated the country’s 25th Democracy Day anniversary.
Below is the list of 28 heroes of democracy according to the President.
Chief Anthony Enahoro,
Chief Abraham Adesanya,
Commodore Dan Suleiman,
Chief Arthur Nwankwo,
Chief Chukwuemeka Ezeife,
Admiral Ndubuisi Kanu,
Chief Frank Kokori,
Chief Bola Ige,
Chief Adekunle Ajasin,
Chief Ganiyu Dawodu,
Chief Ayo Fasanmi,
Chief Gani Fawehinmi,
Chief Olabiyi Durojaiye,
Dr. Beko Ransome-Kuti,
Chima Ubani,
General Alani Akinrinade,
Prof. Bolaji Akinyemi,
Prof. Wole Soyinka,
Chief Ralph Obioha and
Chief Cornelius Adebayo,
Dr Olisa Agbakoba,
Femi Falana,
Abdul Oroh,
Senator Shehu Sani,
Governor Uba Sani,
Chief Olu Falae,
Chief Ayo Adebanjo and
Chief Ayo Opadokun.
“The sacrifices they made, and the precious gift brought about by their selfless devotion can never be repaid. Neither shall it be forgotten,” President Tinubu said.
They arrived at the venue at about 10:03 am and were received by dignitaries, led by Vice President Kashim Shettima.
The President immediately took the salute from the Commander of the Brigade of Guards.
