The federal government says it will promote the production of a documentary on Nigeria’s 25 years of uninterrupted democracy.
Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris has said this, when he received executive members of the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) in Abuja.
He described the proposed documentary, an initiative of IPAC, as a critical chronicle of Nigeria’s democratic journey over the past 25 years.
The film aims to celebrate the achievements, acknowledge the challenges, and highlight the lessons learnt, since the transition from military dictatorship to civilian rule in 1999.
“It pleases me to acknowledge the untiring efforts of IPAC, and its leadership in fostering democracy. This documentary, through the medium of film, will serve as a long-lasting historical record, honouring our nation’s political heroes, and showcasing our democratic credentials.
“To this end, the federal government, through the Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation, is willing to support this unique documentary,” he said.
The minister also expressed gratitude to IPAC for its dedication to democratic development, emphasising the importance of political parties working together beyond elections to foster national unity and progress.
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“The government of President Bola Tinubu supports healthy political competition, as democracy thrives on constructive opposition, and national interest-driven collaboration, irrespective of party affiliations,” he said.
He further noted that sustaining democracy is a collective effort, adding “political parties are the foundation of democracy. While competition during elections is natural, we must come together afterward to build our nation.
“President Tinubu being a true democrat, values healthy competition, but also prioritises unity and national progress.”
National Chairman of IPAC, Yusuf Dantalle, said the documentary will highlight Nigeria’s advancements in infrastructure, healthcare, education, and social cohesion.
“The documentary, in addition to being a historical marker, is targeted at the younger generation, particularly Gen Z, as it will serve as an educational resource, and a unifying narrative of Nigeria’s democratic evolution.
“It will feature some of Nollywood’s finest actors, and will be produced with state-of-the-art equipment, matching global standards in quality and impact,” he said.
