30 years after: Abiola, Odumakin honour Kudirat Abiola

Thirty years after the assassination of Kudirat Abiola, prominent pro-democracy activists Hafsat Abiola and Joe Okei-Odumakin have issued a joint statement honoring her memory and calling for renewed commitment to democratic ideals in Nigeria. The activists used the occasion to reflect on the sacrifices made in the struggle for a better Nigeria.

Hafsat Abiola, President of the Kudirat Initiative for Democracy (KIND), and Joe Okei-Odumakin, President of Women Arise, urged citizens to actively participate in strengthening the nation's democratic institutions. Their statement, titled “Alhaja Kudirat Abiola: 30 Years After,” emphasized the need for Nigerians to reorganize and recommit to building a system that truly reflects the aspirations of its people.

The commemoration serves as a reminder of the ongoing fight for democracy and good governance. By invoking Kudirat Abiola's legacy, the activists aim to inspire a new generation to uphold the principles she fought and died for, ensuring her sacrifice was not in vain.