National Anthem Can’t Unite a Nation, Shehu Sani Tells Tinubu

Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, emphasized that a national anthem alone cannot unite a nation, asserting that true unity stems from the ideals of freedom, justice, and equity.

Speaking at a special Democracy Day dinner at the State House Conference Centre in Abuja on Wednesday, Sani reminded President Bola Tinubu of his duty to succeed.

“Mr. President, I would like to draw your attention to this fact and this truth: a national anthem cannot unite a nation, a national pledge cannot unite a nation, a constitution cannot unite a nation. A nation is united by the ideals of freedom, equity, and justice,” Sani stated.

He continued, “This democracy was not a gift given to us by the military, nor was it a lottery that we won; it was a product of struggle and sacrifice.”

Addressing President Tinubu directly, Sani said, “Mr. President, you have a duty to succeed. If you succeed, we will share in your glory because you came from the trenches, from the struggle. If you fail, they will say that those of you who fought for democracy have nothing new to offer Nigeria.”